Federal Cuts Threaten Permanent Supportive Housing
Tompkins County
Summary
HUD's attempt to slash Continuum of Care funding by 70% and shift away from permanent supportive housing has been blocked by federal courts, but the reprieve may be temporary. Local programs like Chartwell House and Magnolia House are safe for now, with cuts not hitting until 2028 if they come.
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Last discussed Jun 17, 2026.
Impact analysis
A 70% cut to federal homeless funding would hit local programs in October 2028 if the courts don't permanently block it.
For now, residents in permanent supportive housing keep their homes and services.
If cuts proceed, homeless residents could lose access to permanent supportive housing.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Health and Human Services Committee - Regular Meeting — June 17, 2026
HUD's new Continuum of Care priorities shift away from permanent housing toward two-year self-sufficiency models, potentially cutting local permanent housing funding by 40% — an estimated 37 beds lost, hitting youth programs hardest.
Housing and Economic Development Committee - Regular Meeting — January 7, 2026
HUD's attempt to slash Continuum of Care funding by 70% and shift away from permanent supportive housing has been blocked by federal courts, but the reprieve may be temporary. Local programs like Chartwell House and Magnolia House are safe for now, with cuts not hitting until 2028 if they come.
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