Poverty measure proposal reflects cheaper food
New federal poverty measure proposal accounts for diminished role of food in household spending (down from one third, in 1969, to one-eighth). New measurement includes spending on food, clothing, shelter, transportation, utilities, medical expenses and food stamps or housing subsidies. Measure determines eligibility for public assistance.
The Washington Post 2008-07-14
Categories: GOVERNMENT, HEALTH & NUTRITION, Hunger & Food Security, U.S. Legislation
Index: Center for Economic Opportunity, federal poverty measure, House Ways and Means subcommittee, Linda Gibbs, Michael Bloomberg, NAACP, National Academy of Sciences