Statement attributed to Vince Hall, Chief Government Relations Officer
“Feeding America urges Congress to pass legislation raising the debt limit without conditions. If the U.S. defaults on its debt, the severe economic consequences will increase the need for food assistance. America’s food banks are already struggling to meet persistently high demand while facing increased costs, ongoing supply disruptions and decreased food donations.
“Feeding America also urges Congress to strengthen and enhance the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) as part of a bipartisan farm bill that will help families and farmers by improving critical nutrition and agriculture programs. Congress must also invest in programs that help create pathways out of poverty, such as job training, workforce housing and affordable child care.
“We urge Congress to pass a clean debt ceiling bill. ”
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Feeding America is committed to an America where no one is hungry. We support tens of millions of people who experience food insecurity to get the food and resources they say they need to thrive as part of a nationwide network of food banks, statewide food bank associations, food pantries and meal programs. We also invest in innovative solutions to increase equitable access to nutritious food, advocate for legislation that improves food security and work to address factors that impact food security, such as health, cost of living and employment. We partner with people experiencing food insecurity, policymakers, organizations, and supporters, united with them in a movement to end hunger. Visit FeedingAmerica.org to learn more.