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Republicans' new food aid plan: States pay more, families get less


Published on 2025-04-28 22:28:02 - Salon
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  • From slashed budgets to soda bans, a new GOP SNAP plan could leave millions hungry

The article from Yahoo News discusses a Republican proposal to convert federal food assistance programs into state block grants, a move that has sparked significant controversy. Under this plan, states would receive a fixed amount of money to manage their own food assistance programs, which critics argue could lead to reduced benefits and increased hunger, especially given the current economic climate. Proponents of the plan, including Republican lawmakers, argue that it would give states more flexibility to tailor programs to their specific needs and potentially reduce federal spending. The proposal has been met with strong opposition from Democrats and anti-hunger advocates, who fear it would undermine the effectiveness of programs like SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) and leave many vulnerable Americans without adequate support.

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