Sentences with phrase «support for public housing»

Despite steadily shrinking federal support for public housing, the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) has made significant gains in public safety and in balancing its annual operating budget under Mayor Bill de Blasio, who is up for reelection on Tuesday.

There has been a major erosion of support for public housing from the State over the last few decades.

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The White House is declining to offer public support for long - awaited legislation that would give federal judges clearer authority to order technology companies like Apple to help law enforcement crack encrypted data, according to sources familiar with the discussions.

The companies include Chevron Corp., ExxonMobil, ConocoPhillips Co., BP, Royal Dutch Shell and Peabody Energy Corp. «The American people deserve answers from the fossil fuel corporations about their actions to massively deceive the public in regards to climate science,» Lieu and Welch wrote in a letter to their House colleagues asking for their support.

The presidential vote of confidence for Powell reflects the White House and Treasury's desire for low interest rates to fund the public debt and support high asset prices, as well as the probability that the Senate will quickly confirm the nominee.

Our «Faithful Budget» calls for supporting public transit, job training, affordable housing near work — the sorts of programs that increase productivity and engagement in the economy.

On Tuesday, January 17th, former Speaker of the House, Newt Gingrich said that the only way he would ever support a Muslim for the presidency of the United States is if that person would «commit in public to give up sharia» thereby continuing his trend to exhibit his ignorance on the subject of Islamic law (sharia) as well as his ignorance of the United States Constitution.

Vale nicely points out that insofar as the American state has sponsored an uncontested, well - funded program for housing the American public, it has resided in its extraordinary support of this ideal.

That means support of the quest for a new international economic order and willingness to share generously the tremendous profit the U.S. has been getting out of the region — sharing through substantial financial aid for public works, food, education and housing projects.

Perusing the index of Origins, the weekly publication of representative documents and speeches compiled by Catholic News Service, our imaginary historian will note, for example, the following initiatives undertaken at the national, diocesan and parish levels in 1994 - 95: providing alternatives to abortion; staffing adoption agencies; conducting adult education courses; addressing African American Catholics» pastoral needs; funding programs to prevent alcohol abuse; implementing a new policy on altar servers and guidelines for the Anointing of the Sick; lobbying for arms control; eliminating asbestos in public housing; supporting the activities of the Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities (227 strong); challenging atheism in American society; establishing base communities (also known as small faith communities); providing aid to war victims in Bosnia; conducting Catholic research in bioethics; publicizing the new Catechism of the Catholic Church; battling child abuse; strengthening the relationship between church and labor unions; and deepening the structures and expressions of collegiality in the local and diocesan church.

Although many will suggest that Robson has a personal vendetta of sorts aimed squarely at the Grinch who stole soccer, that doesn't make his words any less truthful... such tactics are nothing new... in the U.S.this business practice has become so common that even the players regularly use the media to manipulate public opinion (LeBron James did likewise to rally public support for himself and away from his teammate, Kyrie Irving, who has asked to be traded)... whether for contract leverage or to rally support for or against certain players, this strategy can be incredibly effective at times, but when it misses the mark it can be dangerously divisive... for a close - to - the - vest team like Arsenal to use such nefarious means to manufacture a wedge between the fans and it's best player (again), is absolutely despicable... for the sanctimonious higher - ups who demand that it's players adhere to a certain protocol regarding information deemed «in house» or else to intentionally spread «fake» news or to provide certain outlets with privileged information for such purposes is pretty low indeed... no moral high ground here, just a big club pretending to be a small club so that they can continue to pull the wool over the eyes of a dedicated, albeit somewhat naive, fan base... so not only does this club no give a shit about it's fans, this clearly shows that clubs primary interests aren't even soccer related... for all intent and purposes Kroenke doesn't care if we're a soccer club or a tampon factory as long as we continue to maximized his investment... stay woke people... great to see more and more people commenting on the state of the franchise... this club needs to be held accountable for it's actions

The group also asks its members to support the inclusion into the House bill of The Healthy School Meals Act (which would require more plant - based meal options in accordance with recommendations made by the American Medical Association and the American Public Health Association) and to provide comments to the House supporting changes to the Farm Bill (in 2012) to increase federal support for local, organic diversified agriculture.

Jon McLeod argues that the Upper House can offer public affairs campaigners a valuable source of support for their issue

Elsewhere in the housing strategy, the theme of building new homes continues with a # 500 million Growing Places Fund, the release of public sector land for building, a # 400 million Get Britain Building investment fund, a simplified planning system and support for self builders.

The New York Housing Conference Inc., a real estate - backed nonprofit group, has expressed political support for U.S. Rep. Joseph Crowley's housing proposals that pivot the Government's commitment away from public housing and that offers a tax credit solution to tenants facing a rent Housing Conference Inc., a real estate - backed nonprofit group, has expressed political support for U.S. Rep. Joseph Crowley's housing proposals that pivot the Government's commitment away from public housing and that offers a tax credit solution to tenants facing a rent housing proposals that pivot the Government's commitment away from public housing and that offers a tax credit solution to tenants facing a rent housing and that offers a tax credit solution to tenants facing a rent burden.

While the Senate Democrats and HIV / AIDS advocates are slamming Gov. David Paterson for vetoing a rent - cap bill that would have limited the amount people on public assistance who are suffering from the disease can pay for housing, Mayor Bloomberg is voicing support for the governor's decision.

Hawkins» platform includes tax reform that would create a city income tax, anti-poverty initiatives, state - supported worker co-ops for poor and working - class people, public ownership of utilities and desegregation of schools and housing.

He said: «A smaller, more effective house will be able to build public confidence and support for its crucial constitutional role in checking bills before they become law and in reviewing policy through their hard - working select committees.»

The New York Democrat acknowledged his wrongdoing, but he campaigned in the days before the House vote for his colleagues to support a reprimand — a lesser punishment that would still require a House vote but not mandate a public dressing - down — on the basis that the ethics committee had not deemed his actions corrupt.

A number of speakers challenged the continuing anachronism of having 26 seats reserved for bishops in the House of Lords, while others pointed out the contrast between the recent House of Commons vote against legalising assisted dying and the overwhelming public support in favour suggested that a more representative Parliament would also be a more progressive one.

Having passed all its stages in the elected house, I hope the House of Lords will recognise the public demand for a referendum and give it their support.&rhouse, I hope the House of Lords will recognise the public demand for a referendum and give it their support.&rHouse of Lords will recognise the public demand for a referendum and give it their support.»

I am not looking do do anything but support the community,» she told the Observer over the phone, promising to deliver resources for schools and public housing.

The strategy was to coordinate messaging among liberal groups and reduce complex policy questions to «talking points and narratives that play well in the media and build public support for the White House's policy goals.»

Oral Questions - Assisting families facing homelessness as a result of housing benefit changes due in April - Baroness Turner of Camden; Face - to - face careers guidance for all young people in schools - Baroness Jones of Whitchurch; Effects of local council tax support schemes on poverty - Lord McKenzie of Luton; Representations received from the public on the negotiations for the new EU budget perspective period to 2020 - Lord Dykes

Also at 10 a.m., the Assembly holds a public hearing to examine the funding included in the 2017 - 2018 budget to enhance the housing opportunities for individuals who receive services and support from the state Office of Mental Health or the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities, LOB, Roosevelt Hearing Room C, Albany.

Later in the day, both Senate and House Democrats withdrew support for the cut - effectively ending the discussion and preserving public financing for campaigns.

In addition to supporting the legislation in the current Council session for accessible ferries and taxis, Gerson introduced a housing preservation measure for Section 8 and public housing tenants so that they can have the right of first refusal to buy their apartments if they go on the market, and is gearing up to introduce «grab - bar» legislation so that seniors and people with disabilities can have accessible, safe bathrooms in their residences.

He listed among his pet causes improving stubbornly poor test scores and college readiness among public school students, bolstering support for the NYPD, cutting business regulations and ameliorating the «national disgrace» of living conditions within the New York City Housing Authority.

With Democrats in control of that chamber, de Blasio said the city could, potentially, benefit from boosted state funding for public housing and support for other policies helpful to city residents.

The projects must meet State housing goals, including the creation of mixed - income housing, proximity to public transportation, placement in strong school districts, or the provision of support services for formerly homeless individuals or those with special needs.

In that role, he's supported expansions by Columbia and Fordham universities in exchange for restrictions on building size and public housing contributions.

WASHINGTON (CNN)- As President Obama seemed to signal that a public insurance plan would not be a make - or - break issue for his health care proposal, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said Monday there is still «strong support» among her colleagues for it to be included in the final bill.

He supports more state funding for public housing, rent subsidies and affordable housing.

Cuomo pledged a child care tax credit, tuition - free public college for about 80 percent of New York households, more jobs through investment in the private sector and public - private partnership, support for the homeless and funding for affordable housing, all while New York will be vigilant, he said, protecting and promoting the state's progressive social bonafides.

She has also faced criticism from some activists after she refused to support extension of public housing opportunities to all people living with HIV, as opposed to only those with an AIDS diagnosis; from civil liberties advocates for supporting a requirement than any outdoor demonstration of at least 50 people obtain a police permit; and from Lower Manhattan residents angry that more was not done to save St. Vincent's Hospital.

Our plan also revitalizes public housing with vital upgrades and repairs while holding NYCHA accountable, enhances funding for much - needed middle income housing and provides increased housing support for our seniors and other vulnerable populations.»

Powers has said that he will focus on fighting for affordable housing, supporting quality public education and strengthening public transportation.

In the federal court order, Cote stated that the county's campaign to encourage support for affordable housing has been inadequate thus far — that Westchester County «sought to undercut public confidence in the consent decree... [in a] concerted effort to influence public opinion against the settlement and its stated goal of improving communities.»

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, in comments at separate news conferences, said they would support any provision that increases competition and accessibility for health insurance — whether or not it is the public option favored by most Democrats.

I also thank the hon. Members in all parts of the House and the very many members of the public who expressed support for me over the weekend.

One of Quinn's AIDS priorities is the establishment of a 30 percent rent cap for New Yorkers living with AIDS who receive public support and live in private housing.

His support for NYCHA, where about half a million low - income New Yorkers live, has set him apart from his predecessors, Michael Bloomberg and Rudy Giuliani, neither of whom matched de Blasio's financial and programmatic commitment to the city's public housing authority and residents, according to documents and experts.

Responding to concerns from advocates for public access to government - funded research, the House of Representatives science committee has agreed to shorten the deadline within a draft bill requiring federal agencies to provide free access to scientific papers that they supported.

That support contributed to adoption by the AMA House of Delegates of policy calling for «an established decision mechanism that involves qualified public health physicians to determine which vaccines will be mandatory for admission to schools and other public venues.

His Off - Broadway credits include TWELFTH NIGHT, CYMBELINE, FATHER COMES HOME FROM THE WARS (Lortel Award for Best Supporting Actor), THE TEMPEST (The Public); Julie Taymor's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT»S DREAM and THE MERCHANT OF VENICE (TFANA); ON THE LEVEE (Lincoln Center); MOTHER COURAGE (CSC); DISPATCHES FROM (A) MENDED AMERICA, WIDOWERS» HOUSES, (Epic Theatre Ensemble).

Thomas Nechyba argues in one paper that in the United States there is no such thing as a true public school, since access to public schools is rationed through private housing markets, and it is unlikely that there will ever by a fully private school, since private schools are subject to government oversight, and support for private schools is conditional on certain public aims being met.

President Clinton last week expressed qualified support for voluntary prayer in public schools, and said he is willing to discuss with House Republicans their intention to offer an amendment to the U.S. Constitution assuring students the right to pray.

The event was sponsored by Lesley Griffiths AM for Wrexham and was supported by many members of the Welsh Assembly, including the Leader of the House and Chief Whip, the Minister for Social Services and Public Health and the Cabinet Secretary for the Environment and Local Affairs.

HB1 — The Louisiana Scholarship Program was fully funded with bipartisan support in both the House and the Senate, providing 8,700 students the opportunity to escape failing and underperforming public schools to attend the private school of their parents» choice for the 2014 - 15 school year.

Federal appropriations for programs that charters may not provide and gifts and grants specifically targeted toward traditional public schools that support innovative methods to boost student achievement could all be up for grabs by charter schools, if House lawmakers concur with the Senate's changes to H539.