Figures raises concerns about SNAP funding cuts

U.S. Rep. Shomari C. Figures raised concerns about recent cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, saying a reduction in benefits is not patriotic. Figures made the comments to fellow members of the House Committee on Agriculture during a hearing in Washington, D.C. Figures referenced cuts enacted earlier this year through a House resolution and said he is also concerned about the refusal during the recent federal shutdown to spend available funds on SNAP benefits. He focused specifically on provisions that place greater responsibility on states, noting testimony from a committee hearing held after the SNAP changes were enacted. According...

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