We, HURDLE, an organization advocating for autism and neurodivergent awareness, find ourselves compelled to bring attention to a broader issue that deeply undermines a core value of our society: inclusivity. Our mission has always been to provide support and uplift the most vulnerable among us, and today, we draw attention to the millions of elderly and disabled Americans who rely solely on social security for their income. It has come to our attention that despite their valid source of income, many have found themselves pushed towards homelessness due to existing rental requirements that demand a tenant's income to be three times the rent.

Such a demand disproportionately excludes our elderly and disabled citizens from securing a place to live. In essence, this is housing discrimination based on income limitations that arise from no fault of their own. We implore the relevant authorities to consider this predicament and understand that this requirement essentially renders social security insufficient - barring those reliant on it from even the most basic human right: shelter.

As per the US census data, there are approximately 9.4 million renters in 2019 who are over the age of 65, with more than half spending over 30% of their income on rent and utilities alone (Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University, 2020). These figures will only increase with the progression of time, further emphasizing the significance of this issue. We therefore call upon lawmakers to reassess these rental prerequisites and to build a fairer housing system that does not penalize those in difficult circumstances.

The fabric of society is woven by all its members; no thread should be pushed aside. Please join us in taking a stand against housing discrimination for social security recipients. Your signature can mark the beginning of a more inclusive society that values each of its citizens and ensures that everyone has a place to call home.