policy development process involves several steps, starting with identifying unmet needs, conducting research, consulting decision-makers and those impacted, gaining approvals, and then implementing the policy. Berger highlights that influential decision-makers include politicians, professionals, organizations, and government officials. (Burger, 2017-04-06, p. 280) The impact of factors is significant: Funding: Adequate funding ensures resources are available for policy implementation and continuance. Interpretation: The way policy is understood, is it going to be interpreted correctly to address the needs? Implementation: Effective execution overcoming the challenges that will arise. Effectiveness: how well the policy achieves its goals. The federal poverty line helps determine income guidelines for eligibility-based programs. For instance, a single person making under $12,000 a year is defined as living in poverty, and a family of four is below the poverty line if their income is less than $31,000 a year. Combating poverty requires robust social policies, including income support programs like SNAP and TANF, education and training opportunities, healthcare access, and affordable housing. Many living in poverty lack access to healthcare and affordable housing, making these components essential. Burger, W. R. (2017-04-06). Human Services in Contemporary America, 10th Edition. [VitalSource Bookshelf 10.4.1]. Retrieved from vbk://9781337469319