US House Passes Housing Bill With Backing From Catholic Charities USA
Catholic Charities USA President Kerry Alys Robinson said the bill ‘has the potential to improve the lives of so many of our fellow citizens.’
Catholic Charities USA President Kerry Alys Robinson said the bill ‘has the potential to improve the lives of so many of our fellow citizens.’
The bishops warned that proposed rules could have moral consequences, with people losing housing assistance and others being denied the opportunity to work.
A new project in the Archdiocese of Detroit is one of the innovative initiatives U.S. Catholic dioceses are undertaking to provide affordable shelter to those in need.
Chris Bayley, COO of Acanthus Development, told CNA that the organization was formed by Catholics who came together to build a better option for senior care.
The proposed building, which will be located steps from Los Angeles Community College, will feature 74 affordable housing units.
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