Human Services to Support Rural Health – News
News stories from the past 60 days.
Oct 16, 2026 - Describes funding distributed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture in fiscal year 2026 for the Multifamily Housing Direct Loan Program and Multifamily Preservation and Revitalization Program. Both programs focus on rental housing investments for rural communities. Notes new funding planned for fiscal year 2027.
Source: USDA Rural Development
Oct 6, 2026 - Announces new bipartisan legislation creating a process for redistributing unused housing vouchers to tribal communities in need of additional vouchers in the Tribal HUD-Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing demonstration program. The program offers support and rental assistance to homeless Native American veterans. Also describes previous legislation addressing needs for tribal communities and veterans.
Source: Office of Representative Eli Crane
Sep 4, 2026 - Describes the loss of childcare slots across North Carolina and the financial and regulatory challenges with offering childcare services. Highlights 2 rural childcare pilot programs that will inform future policy to address identified challenges.