Statement attributed to Vince Hall, Feeding America chief government relations officer
Our neighbors facing hunger, regardless of political affiliation, agree that ending food insecurity should be a priority for Congress. They consistently shared that they want the same things we all want for ourselves, including access to fresh, nutritious food. Further, new Feeding America polling shows 4 out of 5 registered voters across the political spectrum oppose cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Medicaid, including nearly 60% of Republicans, 88% of Independents, and 92% of Democrats.
With this in mind, we believe the bill text released by the Senate Agriculture Committee threatens food and health security in America at a time when food insecurity is at its highest level in over a decade.
While SNAP can be improved, this bill doesn’t offer solutions. Instead of deep cuts, Feeding America strongly urges Congress to protect and improve SNAP and Medicaid. We oppose these harmful cuts and will oppose any legislation that would worsen hunger for millions of people. The Feeding America network stands ready, alongside our neighbors facing hunger, to work with our nation’s leaders to advance policies that ensure everyone has access to the food and health care they need to thrive.
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Feeding America is committed to an America where no one is hungry. We support tens of millions of people who experience food insecurity to get the food and resources they say they need to thrive as part of a nationwide network of food banks, statewide food bank associations, food pantries and meal programs. We also invest in innovative solutions to increase equitable access to nutritious food, advocate for legislation that improves food security and work to address factors that impact food security, such as health, cost of living and employment. We partner with people experiencing food insecurity, policymakers, organizations, and supporters, united with them in a movement to end hunger. Visit FeedingAmerica.org to learn more.