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Bridging the SNAP Gap Act of 2023
12/15/2023, 4:00 PM
Summary of Bill HR 4815
Bill 118 HR 4815, also known as the Bridging the SNAP Gap Act of 2023, aims to address the issue of food insecurity by providing additional support to individuals and families who are eligible for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) but are not currently receiving benefits. The bill seeks to bridge the gap between those who qualify for SNAP assistance and those who actually receive it.
The key provisions of the bill include:
1. Funding for outreach and enrollment efforts: The bill allocates funding to support outreach and enrollment efforts to ensure that eligible individuals and families are aware of and able to access SNAP benefits. 2. Streamlining the application process: The bill aims to simplify the SNAP application process to make it easier for individuals and families to apply for and receive benefits. 3. Extending eligibility periods: The bill extends the eligibility period for SNAP benefits, providing additional support to individuals and families in need. 4. Addressing barriers to access: The bill includes provisions to address barriers to access, such as transportation and language barriers, to ensure that all eligible individuals and families are able to receive the benefits they are entitled to. Overall, the Bridging the SNAP Gap Act of 2023 seeks to improve access to SNAP benefits for those in need and reduce food insecurity among vulnerable populations.
The key provisions of the bill include:
1. Funding for outreach and enrollment efforts: The bill allocates funding to support outreach and enrollment efforts to ensure that eligible individuals and families are aware of and able to access SNAP benefits. 2. Streamlining the application process: The bill aims to simplify the SNAP application process to make it easier for individuals and families to apply for and receive benefits. 3. Extending eligibility periods: The bill extends the eligibility period for SNAP benefits, providing additional support to individuals and families in need. 4. Addressing barriers to access: The bill includes provisions to address barriers to access, such as transportation and language barriers, to ensure that all eligible individuals and families are able to receive the benefits they are entitled to. Overall, the Bridging the SNAP Gap Act of 2023 seeks to improve access to SNAP benefits for those in need and reduce food insecurity among vulnerable populations.
Current Status of Bill HR 4815
Bill HR 4815 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 20, 2023. Bill HR 4815 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 20, 2023. Bill HR 4815's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition, Foreign Agriculture, and Horticulture. as of September 19, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4815
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4815
Primary Policy Focus
TaxationComments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 4815
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