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MI HR0204
Resolution
Status
11/4/2025
Primary Sponsor
Reggie Miller
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AI Summary
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Urges President Trump and the USDA to activate contingency funds to cover November SNAP benefits for 42 million Americans facing loss of food assistance due to the federal government shutdown
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Approximately 1.4 million Michigan residents (one in seven) rely on SNAP, with 59% being families with children, 39% families with older or disabled adults, and 46% working families
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USDA notified Michigan DHHS on October 10 that SNAP benefits distribution would be limited in November due to the federal funding lapse
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Argues that contingency funds are legally available based on prior practice, GAO confirmation, and the Trump administration's own precedent during the 2018-2019 shutdown
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Directs copies of the resolution to be sent to President Trump, the USDA Secretary, and Michigan's congressional delegation
Legislative Description
A resolution to urge President Donald J. Trump and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to activate contingency funds to cover the upcoming month of food assistance benefits for 42 million Americans who stand to lose them on November 1 if the federal government remains shut down.
Last Action
Referred To Committee On Government Operations
11/4/2025