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H.RES.564: Recognizing the critical importance of the supplemental nutrition assistance program (SNAP), formerly called the food stamp program.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 112th Congress
- This bill is primarily about agriculture and food
- Introduced Feb. 27, 2012
- Latest Major Action April 12, 2012
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
48 (All Democrats)
Bill Summary
Recognizes: (1) that no ethnic, demographic, religious, or cultural group has been unaffected by our economic struggles; and (2) the significance of the supplemental nutrition assistance program (SNAP). Supports adequate funding for SNAP as a means of preventing hunger and strengthening the nation.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition and Horticulture .
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Feb. 27, 2012 |
Introduced in the House by Jan Schakowsky (D-Ill.) |