Lawmakers in Maryland Propose Solutions to Alleviate Food Insecurity Amidst Economic Challenges
Maryland Lawmakers Take Aim at Food Insecurity with Proposed Bills
With more people in Maryland struggling to buy enough food lawmakers are stepping in to help. They’ve put forward two bills in the General Assembly to deal with this problem. One of the bills aims to increase the monthly SNAP benefits for about 74,000 households while the other wants to make school meals free for all kids attending public schools.
However there’s uncertainty about whether these bills will be passed and discussions are ongoing about making changes to them. Ever since the pandemic benefits ended last year families have been finding it tough. Some parents who earn more than $37,000 a year now have to pay for their children’s school lunches. Meanwhile, older adults who rely on Social Security are only getting $40 a month in food stamps.
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Budget Worries Loom as Maryland Grapples with Urgent Food Insecurity Crisis
The state is facing budget constraints raising worries about the expenses associated with these proposed changes. However, advocates emphasize the urgent need for action due to many families facing food insecurity. As grocery prices rise and adults express concerns about their ability to provide enough food for their children there’s a pressing demand for solutions. While lawmakers deliberate on the matter many are hopeful that they will devise a plan to ensure that all Maryland residents have access to an adequate food supply.
