https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/news/topics/income-support-and-assistance Rural Health & Human Services News by Topic: Income support and assistance - Rural Health Information Hub en Copyright 2026 Rural Health Information Hub https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/09/2026-02459/agency-information-collection-activities-submission-to-the-office-of-management-and-budget-omb-for The Census Bureau is seeking comments on revisions to the Household Trends and Outlook Pulse Survey (HTOPS). HTOPS, a progression from the Household Pulse Survey, is designed to ensure the availability of frequent data collection for nationwide estimates on a variety of topics for a variety of subgroups of the population. In September 2025, the Census Bureau will conduct the 2030 Census Planning Survey, which is designed to understand attitudes and behaviors that relate to 2030 Census participation across demographic characteristics. The October and December topical surveys will include content from the Household Pulse Survey. Comments are due within 30 days of this notice. https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/news/38231 Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600 https://www.kelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/kelly-husted-introduce-bipartisan-bicameral-bill-to-expand-food-deliveries-for-rural-seniors/ Describes proposed bipartisan legislation to support food banks and others in delivering food boxes to low-income rural older adults. Notes food access challenges for rural older adults in Arizona and Ohio. https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/news/38203 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0600