Today a new Congress, the 119th, came into session.

The Missouri House adopted a committee substitute for HB 24 81 that tightens verification of SNAP eligibility and restricts certain sugary products from purchase with benefits; supporters called it stewardship of taxpayer dollars while opponents warned of administrative costs and harms to children and people in food deserts.

On Nov. 3, 2025, Oklahoma's Contingency Review Board declared an emergency under Title 62, Oklahoma Statutes §139.48 and approved measures to address food insecurity caused by a federal government shutdown, including authorization for up to $1 million per week from the state emergency fund, a $72,000 allocation for SNAP-related costs, and formalize

Bill establishes cash and nutritional assistance for eligible immigrant residents in Massachusetts

YouTube video by Rep. Jeffries

Arkansas legislators propose changes to asset limits for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.

SB1054 would require EDD to collect hours‑worked data from employers and share it with DHCS and CDSS to streamline verification of federal HR1 work requirements, aiming to prevent eligible recipients from losing benefits and to improve workforce program evaluation.

Senate Bill 64 directs Oregon DHS to request SNAP waiver for dependent care tax credits.

GOP Agriculture and Rural Affairs Chair Dan Moul calls it a vital program in Pennsylvania.

Maryland invests $5.8 million, feeding over 594,000 students during summer break.

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Diane Creek Health Department reports WIC program funding shortfall due to state cuts.