AL HJR171

Joint resolution urging the Alabama Legislature to address food insecurity, support Black farmers, and expand SNAP eligibility, introduced by Representative Hall on February 24, 2026

Calls for strengthening SNAP access by maintaining broad-based eligibility, raising income thresholds, and reducing administrative barriers

Urges acceptance of Summer EBT funds, investment in nutrition incentive programs (Double Bucks, Fresh Access Bucks), and passage of Healthy School Meals for All legislation to provide free breakfast and lunch to all students

Recommends supporting Black farmers through expanded access to land, credit, procurement opportunities, and heirs' property resolution support

Proposes establishing a Food Security & Equity Task Force to monitor progress, with The Links, Incorporated (a community service organization with over 5,000 Southern Area members) offering to partner on implementation