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As the government continues to debate how to lower the country's debt, americans worry about cuts they might make.

People are left thinking about what, and who needs to be protected, and questioning whether or not the general assembly should pass a tax credit that will help keep seniors and people with disabilities in their homes.

Low-income seniors and people with disabilities could lose out on what some say is a critical support.

During the special session that begins next week, Missouri lawmakers will consider a tax package that includes provisions to eliminate the circuit-breaker tax credit for renters.

Those supporting the tax package say the majority of those with a disability are living below the poverty level, making their struggle to find affordable and accessible housing all the more difficult.

This property tax credit provides an average of $495 a year to help low-income seniors and people with disabilities stay in their homes.

Some in favor of repealing the circuit-breaker tax credit say it's a tough, but necessary, decision needed to keep budgets balanced while promoting jobs.