Statement attributed to Vince Hall, Feeding America chief government relations officer
“As the House of Representatives prepares to vote on its budget resolution, we ask lawmakers to consider its impact on the nearly 50 million people, including 14 million children, who experience hunger in the United States. People facing hunger want the same thing we all want for ourselves – dignity, access to fresh, healthy food and the opportunity to thrive. Cuts to vital federal nutrition programs like SNAP, necessitated by this resolution and the Senate version passed last week, will harm families grappling with high food costs, hurt rural economies and strain food banks already overwhelmed by rising demand. We urge the House to reject spending cuts to nutrition programs in the budget reconciliation process and support the work the House and Senate agriculture committees are doing to create a strong, bipartisan farm bill. Passage of a budget resolution with spending reduction instructions on farm bill programs will also further delay agreement on and passage of a new farm bill.”
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Rooted in the voices of neighbors facing hunger, Feeding America unites the country ensuring everyone has access to food and a thriving future. We support tens of millions of people as part of a nationwide network of 250+ food banks, 20+ statewide food bank associations, 10+ regional co-ops and 60,000+ agency partners, food pantries and meal programs. Powered by leaders and volunteers embedded in local communities, we are one of the nation’s most effective food distribution systems driving immediate impact today—and a catalyst for long-term change through advocating for legislation that improves food security and work to address its factors. We partner with people experiencing food insecurity, policymakers, organizations and supporters united with the unwavering commitment to provide nourishing food and work to end hunger at its roots so everyone can live fuller, healthier lives. Visit FeedingAmerica.org to learn more.