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AL SJR120

Joint Resolution

Status

Engrossed

5/17/2017

Primary Sponsor

Thomas Whatley

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Origin

Senate

Regular Session 2017

AI Summary

  • Recognizes Wright's Market in Opelika, Alabama for selection in a pilot program to test accepting Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits online

  • Wright's Market was among only 10 companies nationwide selected for the program, alongside Walmart and Amazon.com

  • 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

  • Owner Jimmy Wright is collaborating with Auburn University's Hunger Solutions to provide home deliveries to residents of rural Lee County

  • 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

Committee Referrals

Rules5/17/2017

Full Bill Text

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