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NJ AR193

Resolution

Status

Passed

5/22/2025

Primary Sponsor

Shama Haider

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Origin

General Assembly

2024-2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • New Jersey General Assembly resolution expressing support for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and opposing proposed federal funding cuts

  • Condemns the U.S. House of Representatives for passing a May 22, 2025 budget bill that would cut up to $300 billion in food aid funding over ten years, primarily targeting SNAP

  • Urges the U.S. Senate to reject the proposed SNAP cuts or any subsequent proposals that would reduce food assistance funding

  • Highlights that nearly 850,000 New Jersey residents (9% of the population) rely on SNAP benefits, with nearly 1.1 million residents experiencing food insecurity—a 65% increase since 2020

  • Directs the Clerk to transmit copies of the resolution to the President, Congressional leadership, and all New Jersey members of Congress

Legislative Description

Affirms support for SNAP and program's progress in reducing hunger among vulnerable populations in New Jersey.

Resolutions and Concurrent Resolutions Filed w/Sec. of State

Last Action

Filed with Secretary of State

5/22/2025

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