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LA HCR28
Concurrent Resolution
Status
5/5/2025
Primary Sponsor
Mike Johnson
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AI Summary
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Designates Wednesday, April 30, 2025, as "Anti-Hunger Day" in Louisiana to raise awareness about food insecurity and encourage community action
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Approximately 683,110 Louisiana households experience hunger and food insecurity; Louisiana had the second highest child poverty rate nationally in 2024 with over 25% of children facing food insecurity
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Louisiana's 14% senior food insecurity rate is the highest in the nation, with elderly citizens often forced to choose between food, medicine, or housing
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Extends gratitude to Feeding Louisiana and its network of five regional food banks for leadership in fighting hunger through food distribution, nutrition programs, and policy advocacy
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Encourages citizens, businesses, schools, and organizations to observe the day by participating in or supporting hunger reduction initiatives
Legislative Description
Designates April 30, 2025, as "Anti-Hunger Day" in Louisiana
SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH
Last Action
Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House.
5/9/2025