To require the Comptroller General of the United States to submit a report regarding outreach provided to veterans about the availability of supplemental nutrition assistance program benefits under the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008.
8/30/2024, 8:05 AMSummary of Bill HR 6916
Bill 118 hr 6916, also known as the "Veterans SNAP Outreach Act," aims to address the issue of veterans not being adequately informed about their eligibility for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. The bill requires the Comptroller General of the United States to submit a report on the outreach efforts provided to veterans regarding the availability of SNAP benefits under the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008.The report will assess the effectiveness of current outreach efforts and make recommendations for improving communication and education about SNAP benefits to veterans. This legislation is crucial in ensuring that veterans, who have served our country, are aware of and able to access the nutritional assistance they may be entitled to.
By requiring a comprehensive report on outreach efforts to veterans, the bill aims to improve access to SNAP benefits for those who have served in the military. This bipartisan effort highlights the importance of supporting our veterans and ensuring they have access to the resources they need to thrive.
Congressional Summary of HR 6916
This bill directs the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to conduct a study to examine how states provide outreach to food insecure veterans in the state as part of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Specifically, the GAO must examine how states with reported high and low rates of food insecurity (1) target veterans in the state annual outreach plans to carry out SNAP, and (2) coordinate efforts with Veterans Health Administration facilities to help connect veterans to the program.
The study must also identify (1) any challenges states face in addressing food insecurity among veterans, (2) how states have coordinated efforts with Veterans Service Organizations (VSOs) and other nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) that help connect veterans with nutrition assistance programs, and (3) any best practices for increasing program enrollment for eligible non-participating households that include veterans.
