The Legal Services Corporation (LSC) has issued a final rule that updates the income levels for individuals who can receive legal assistance. These adjustments align with the new Federal Poverty Guidelines from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, effective January 28, 2025. The updated income levels are set at 125% of these guidelines, with additional reference information provided for income levels at 200%. These changes ensure that LSC's criteria reflect current economic standards for determining eligibility for legal aid.
Simple Explanation
The Legal Services Corporation (LSC) has updated the rules about who can get help with legal problems, making sure the rules match new government guidelines. Now, people who earn less money—a bit more than what the government considers to be the poor level—can get legal help.