North Carolina
JANUARY 2026
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North Carolina’s legislature froze millions in civil legal aid funding, and now the consequences are hitting people who need help the most.
A provision in a public safety bill paused the state’s IOLTA grant program — money that would normally support free legal services for low‑income residents — forcing legal aid offices to close locations, cut staff and reduce client intake, leaving thousands without access to crucial legal support.
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Cuts to Affordable Care Act health insurance subsidies are expected to make health care disparities worse, especially for Black and low‑income families.
As federal subsidies end, more people could lose coverage and face higher out‑of‑pocket costs, worsening existing inequities in access to care and financial stability for communities already hit the hardest by gaps in the health system.
Event Reported: December 16th, 2025