Legislators Advocate for Increased Federal Assistance for Hungry Military Personnel
In a bipartisan effort, House members from both sides of the aisle have thrown their support behind two bills introduced last week, aimed at expanding
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GOP Proposals in the House Might Deprive Millions of Food Access
House Republicans are preparing to unveil an annual budget resolution that is expected to propose significant cuts to the Supplemental
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White House Pursues Ambitious Goals to Eradicate Hunger and Elevate Health by 2030
In an effort to address food insecurity and reduce diet related diseases by 2030, the White House is hosting a virtual event aimed at securing
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Broader Work Mandates Could Compromise Basic Living Standards for Many
In a recent development, Republican lawmakers are pushing for policies that would strip benefits from individuals who cannot demonstrate compliance
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Emergency Food Aid from Pandemic Era Ceases Leaving a Hunger Gap
Millions of Americans are facing a reduction in their grocery budgets as emergency food assistance, enacted by Congress at the beginning of the
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Clarifying Misconceptions on SNAP Expenditures and the Forthcoming Farm Bill
The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) recently released new projections for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), also known
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Trio of Strategies in the Next Farm Bill to Minimize Hunger
In a June 2022 report by the Center for American Progress, it was revealed that nearly 24 million households in the United States often lack
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Gillibrand Proposes a Comprehensive Plan to Combat Food Scarcity
On February 16, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand held a video press conference to unveil her plans for improving nutrition and addressing food insecurity
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Congress Prepares for New Farm Bill: What’s on the Agenda?
As Congress prepares to draft the 2023 Farm Bill, critical issues regarding food security, agricultural support, and rural development
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A Strategic Guide for Nutrition Advocacy at the State Level
In the quest to influence state legislatures towards policies that prioritize health and nutrition, Dariush Mozaffarian, Dean of the Friedman School of
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