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FCNL Joins Circle of Protection Letter Urging Congress to Protect SNAP
The Circle of Protection sent a letter to Congress urging them to pass a Farm Bill that doesn’t reduce SNAP funding or the number of people who receive SNAP food assistance.Government Heads Into Partial Shutdown
The debate over how Congress will fund immigration enforcement culminated with the president opting for a partial government shutdown rather than signing a bill with less than $5 billion for a border wall between the U.S. and Mexico.Inside the Greenhouse
Inside the Greenhouse is a monthly newsletter about FCNL’s environmental work, ways to engage members of Congress, and stories that impact our work.Diplomacy with North Korea: the Ball is in Our Court
North Korea is back to being front page news this week. But, for once, it looks like it might be good news. I spoke with FCNL’s Anthony Weir about the recent diplomatic breakthrough between North and South Korea, how the U.S. should respond, and what Congress can do.Immigrants in the United States: A Snapshot
Generations of immigrants and refugees have contributed their ideas, hard work, resilience, and traditions to the United States.Analysis of Domestic Policy Priorities in the Recent Budget Deal
After struggling for months to agree upon a budget outline, in the early morning hours of February 9, Congress passed the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2018. While there were some major disappointments in that budget deal, namely the huge increases to defense spending and the failure to address Dreamers, there were also some notable wins, particularly for a few key domestic policy priorities.Why Work Requirements Don't Work
As Congress plans their legislative goals for the year, we’ve heard certain elected leaders mention that they want to achieve “welfare reform” in 2018. While the term may sound harmless, in reality it acts as a vehicle for elected officials to strip benefits from those who rely on government programs like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Medicaid.Dreamer Protection: State of Play and How You Can Engage
There has been a flurry of activity over the past few weeks as members of Congress are faced with a narrowing window of time to address the fate of undocumented youth. A critical juncture is today, January 19, when two-thirds of Congress must sign off on a bill to keep the government funded through midnight.How We Prevent War with North Korea
We face the most urgent threat of nuclear war in a generation as tensions rise with North Korea — and we’re working relentlessly on Capitol Hill and around the country to advance a different approach to North Korea.How to Schedule an In-District Lobby Visit
Setting up a meeting at your member of Congress’ local office can be a lengthy and complicated process, but don’t let this obstacle deter you from doing it! Making an in-person lobby visit is one of the most effective ways to communicate your concerns to your member of congress.