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- H.R.2809
H.R.2809: Improving Access to Nutrition Act of 2019
About This Bill
- Introduced May 16, 2019
- Latest Major Action June 10, 2019
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
38 (All Democrats)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - May 16, 2019
Bill Summary
Improving Access to Nutrition Act of 2019 This bill repeals certain work requirements for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, formerly known as the food stamp program). (Under current law, the requirements apply to able-bodied adults who are ages 18-49 and have no dependent children. Individuals who do not meet certain work requirements are generally prohibited from receiving more than 3 months of SNAP benefits over a 36-month...
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| June 10, 2019 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition, Oversight, and Department Operations.
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| May 16, 2019 |
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
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| May 16, 2019 |
Introduced in the House by Barbara Lee (D-Calif.) |