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Political Science Professor Discusses Possible Repercussions if ACA Subsidies Expire
The government shutdown ended on Wednesday without the extension of Affordable Care Act subsidies, which are tax credits set to expire in December 2025.
CAPK Halts Emergency Food Distributions as CalFresh Funds are Restored
After almost a week, Californians are starting to see their CalFresh Funds restored fully. According to a press release from Governor Gavin Newsom, the U.S.
SNAP Benefits to be Partially Funded as Community Efforts Attempt to Fill Gap
As the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is expected to be partially funded, the Community Action Partnership of Kern (CAPK) Food Bank is still hosting its food distributions.
‘We Are In A Healthcare Emergency’: Community Urges Rep. David Valadao To End Government Shutdown
“This shutdown didn’t happen by accident. It’s the result of a deliberate choice by Donald Trump and his allies in Congress, including David Valadao, to put politics and power ahead of the people they’re supposed to serve,” said Eriberto Fernandez from California Federation of Labor Unions.
National Guard to Assist CAPK Food Bank During Government Shutdown
The government shutdown is now the second-longest in history, and as of November 1, residents who receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits will not receive them.
How H-2A Wage Cut Will Impact Kern County
The Trump Administration has announced a ruling that changes the way wages for H-2A farmworkers will be calculated.
CalFresh and CalWorks Possibly Unavailable in November Due to Government Shutdown
The Kern County Department of Human Services (DHS) announced on Friday that, due to the government shutdown, some public assistance benefits may not be available in November.
A New Study Highlights Community Needs of the South Central Valley
The UC Merced Community and Labor Center collaborated with the Dolores Huerta Foundation to conduct a community needs assessment in the South Central Valley, covering Kern, Kings, Tulare, and Fresno counties.
Free Sand Available to Residents in Preparation for Heavy Rainfall
In preparation for heavy rainfall across Kern County, the Kern County Public Works Department has delivered sand to several locations throughout the county.
Op-Ed: An Open Letter from California Jobs First Governance Council
Op-Ed by: Joey Williams and Lori Pesante
Hagare’ Naam (Hello in Kawaiisu),
There was much excitement two years ago when community members were asked if they had an interest in running for the California Jobs First Governance Council (“GC”), formerly known as CERF, to select projects for $9 million in CJF Catalyst funding.