Officials at the Food Bank of Western Mass critical of the just passed House Farm Bill.
Officials say it does not address SNAP cuts or deal with administrative costs that are being shifted to the states.
The Food Bank serves 120 thousand people each month.
“The Farm Bill has long reflected a shared understanding: when people can access the food they need from our nation’s farmers, communities are stronger and our food economy is more resilient,” said Andrew Morehouse, Executive Director of the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts. “We remain committed to working with policymakers and community partners across Western Massachusetts and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to ensure the final Farm Bill upholds this commitment.”
Besides the current issues- a statement from the Food Bank warns that the states will be responsible for 75 percent of administrative costs next year- and in 2028- states will have to contribute to the SNAP benefit program.
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