Amid discussions on the Farm Bill, Senator Klobuchar calls for a fairer approach to SNAP funding, aiming to eliminate inequities between states and ensure all are supported equally.
Picture this: a sunny Saturday morning, fresh produce, and the buzz of neighbors catching up at the local farmers market. It’s more than just shopping, it’s community.
With midterms on the horizon, the Democratic Party is zeroing in on critical issues affecting our communities, especially food security and local jobs.
A recent USDA memo sent to state agencies this week said SNAP participants will get 65% of their typical monthly benefits, and not the 50% as first stated.
As the government shutdown continues, the USDA published a website notice saying federal food aid will not be going out to families nationwide, adding “the well has run dry” for SNAP.
On Monday Oregon Governor Tina Kotek sent a letter to Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins urging the USDA to ensure that SNAP benefits continue during the ongoing federal government shutdown.