1. United States
2. Calif.
3. Letter

I am writing to urge you to protect and fully fund the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program, a vital lifeline for millions of low-income families, seniors, and individuals with disabilities. This program is essential in preventing homelessness, stabilizing vulnerable households, and ensuring access to safe and affordable housing. Any substantial cuts or restrictions—such as limiting the duration of benefits—would have devastating consequences for our community and the nation. The Section 8 program is one of the most effective tools we have to combat housing insecurity. Without it, many families would face impossible choices between paying rent and affording food, medicine, or other basic necessities. Studies show that housing vouchers reduce homelessness, improve health and educational outcomes for children, and help people secure stable employment. Cutting funding or imposing arbitrary time limits would push countless individuals into homelessness, overwhelming shelters and social services while increasing long-term costs to taxpayers. The need for affordable housing far exceeds available resources, with waiting lists often stretching for years. Reducing funding would leave thousands without assistance, exacerbating our housing crisis. Additionally, imposing time limits ignores the reality that many beneficiaries—including fixed-income seniors and people with disabilities—may never achieve self-sufficiency through no fault of their own. I strongly urge you to oppose any legislation that would weaken the Section 8 program and instead advocate for increased funding to meet the growing demand. Housing is a basic human right, and this program is a critical investment in the stability and well-being of our communities. Thank you for your attention to this urgent matter. I hope I can count on your support to protect this indispensable program. Please let me know your stance on this issue and any actions you plan to take.