Legal Aid DC is dedicated to providing free legal services to our neighbors in need.
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Jun 8
We're glad to see key investments in the latest #DCBudget draft to protect our social safety net, including:
✅ Restored funding for legal & victim services
✅ A pause on harmful cuts to TANF
✅ Funding for existing & NEW housing vouchers
✅ Reversal on cuts to Alliance
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Jun 8
A few things we're still hoping to see and will keep advocating for:
- Cost-of-living adjustment for TANF
- Restore Alliance & Medicaid income eligibility
- Funding for ERAP for 4K households
- Additional funding for emergency housing vouchers
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.@councilofdc just passed a major step in protecting more than 90,000 DC residents with medical debt. This bill will help prevent long-term financial harm and ensure getting sick does not mean going into debt. Grateful to @CMCHenderson for her leadership. tzedekdc.org/news-1/2026/6/2…
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Jun 4
Ribbon cutting at 1911 MLK Ave. SE in #Anacostia #Ward8! ✂️ The new offices of Legal Aid DC and the DC Resource Bridge make it easier than ever for residents to get free help from a lawyer when they need it. Huge thanks to @dcbarfoundation @dcattorneygen and @cmrobertwhitedc!
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Jun 2
Tomorrow is our free tax-sale clinic! Find out how to protect your home and get real answers from our team. Walk-ins are welcome. 🏠📑
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Jun 1
Legal Aid's Megan Browder spoke to @MarielCarbone of @DCNewsNow about changes to SNAP going into effect today that could eventually impact more than 10,000 DC residents who face food insecurity.
dcnewsnow.com/news/local-new…
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May 27
Legal Aid DC has a new home in Anacostia! 🎉 We've moved to a new space at 1911 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. SE. Walk-in clients can get help during intake hours on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.
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May 26
Without full funding for #AccessToJustice, thousands of DC residents will be left without an advocate or attorney to fight for them. Join us in asking the DC Council to protect legal services from an 86% cut in next year's budget! bit.ly/ATJ-27
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Despite the rising cost of necessities, DC lawmakers have eliminated the annual cost-of-living adjustment for the TANF program. Reducing cash assistance for families with the fewest resources will push more children into poverty.
Read more: loom.ly/EovXJFE
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May 14
With high rents, record eviction rates, and attacks on unhoused residents, the DC Council must support housing, including by:
🔑funding new housing vouchers for individuals
🏘️funding Emergency Rental Assistance (ERAP)
@CMRobertWhiteDC #DCBudget
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May 12
Important info for DC homeowners⚠️ If you owe $2,500 or more in property taxes, your home may be included in the District's upcoming property tax sale. If you've gotten a notice in the mail or think you might be behind on your property taxes, take action now! @LCEinDC
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May 8
Legal Aid DC clients testified this week about how their attorneys helped them navigate issues with housing, foreclosure, health insurance, and more. Contact your DC Councilmembers and urge them to fund #AccessToJustice! @DCATJComm @CMBrookePinto #DCCivilJustice
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May 6
Legal Aid's Vikram Swaruup testified today at a DC Council budget hearing, urging the Council to fully fund the Access to Justice Initiative and protect legal services in the District.
Email your Councilmembers now: actionnetwork.org/letters/fu…
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May 6
Lisa Meehan, Vice Chair of Legal Aid's union, spoke about how the #AccesstoJustice Initiative supports salaries for our dedicated staff, who work every day to advocate for clients and community members. @CMBrookePinto @NOLSW2320
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May 6
We’re at the DC Council today ready to testify about the importance of #AccessToJustice funding in the next #DCBudget! Join us and send an email to the Council today: actionnetwork.org/letters/fu…
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Apr 30
No tenant facing an eviction should have to navigate the court system alone. That's why we urge the DC Council to fund the Access to Justice Initiative and protect free legal services in the District. #DCCivilJustice @DCATJComm
Send the Council an email! actionnetwork.org/letters/fu…
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Apr 27
Legal Aid's Andrew Patterson testified today at a #DCBudget hearing on @DCHealthCareFin, urging the DC Council to fully restore the Alliance program so residents don't permanently lose their only option for affordable health coverage. @CMCHenderson
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Apr 27
Get ready for changes to SNAP in DC coming on June 1. Join Legal Aid DC for a free webinar about the new work requirements on Wednesday, April 29 at 4pm. Sign up at bit.ly/SNAP-DC.
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