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AL SJR120
Joint Resolution
Status
5/17/2017
Primary Sponsor
Thomas Whatley
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AI Summary
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Recognizes Wright's Market in Opelika, Alabama for selection in a pilot program to test accepting Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits online
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Wright's Market was among only 10 companies nationwide selected for the program, alongside Walmart and Amazon.com
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The online home-delivery program, Wright2U, will enable SNAP benefit users to purchase groceries and serve individuals in food deserts or those without transportation or flexible schedules
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Owner Jimmy Wright is collaborating with Auburn University's Hunger Solutions to provide home deliveries to residents of rural Lee County
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The legislature commends Wright's Market and its owner for their service to the community and commitment to addressing food accessibility issues
Legislative Description
Wright's Market, commended
Resolutions, Congratulatory
Last Action
Received in House of Representatives and referred to the House of Representatives committee on Rules
5/17/2017