Public Policy

Congress Could Cut Billions in Future SNAP Benefits in Texas

May 17th, 2024

For Immediate Release: 05/17/2024Contact: Wesley Story wstory@feedingtexas.org  Congress Could Cut Billions in Future SNAP Benefits in Texas New Feeding Texas report shows importance of regular updates to the Thrifty Food Plan. TEXAS – Today, U.S. House Agriculture Committee Chair Glenn “GT” Thompson released his Farm Bill proposal. The proposal would freeze the cost of the Thrifty Food Plan

Over 250 Faith-Based Organizations Join Texas Food Banks in Call for a Strong Farm Bill

December 13th, 2023

For Immediate Release: 12/13/23Contact: Wesley Story wstory@feedingtexas.org  Over 250 Faith-Based Organizations Join Texas Food Banks in Call for a Strong Farm Bill There is an inextricable connection between faith and food. TEXAS – Today, Feeding Texas sent a letter signed by more than 250 statewide and local faith-based organizations to Texas members of Congress and their

Feeding Texas CEO Appointed to Serve on New Texas Food System Security and Resiliency Planning Council

November 17th, 2023

For Immediate Release: 11/17/23Contact: Wesley Story, 972.999.5225 or wstory@feedingtexas.org  Feeding Texas CEO Appointed to Serve on New Texas Food System Security and Resiliency Planning Council Celia Cole will represent the Feeding Texas network of food banks. TEXAS – Today, Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller appointed Feeding Texas CEO Celia Cole to represent food banks on the

New Feeding America Poll Shows Majority of Likely Voters Support Increasing Investment in Farm Bill Nutrition Programs

November 2nd, 2023

For Immediate Release: 11/02/23Contact: Wesley Story, 972.999.5225 or wstory@feedingtexas.org  New Feeding America Poll Shows Majority of Likely Voters Support Increasing Investment in Farm Bill Nutrition Programs Bipartisan majority support increasing SNAP benefits and 85% support increasing TEFAP funding. TEXAS – A new poll released by Feeding America this week shows a majority of likely voters want

Feeding Texas Calls for State and Federal Action to Address Massive Increase in Food Insecurity Across Texas and the Nation

October 27th, 2023

  For Immediate Release: 10/27/2023Contact: Wesley Storywstory@feedingtexas.org Feeding Texas Calls for State and Federal Action to Address Massive Increase in Food Insecurity Across Texas and the Nation USDA’s latest report shows nearly 1 in 6 Texas households are food insecure. TEXAS – This week, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released its annual study measuring

Feeding Texas Network Backs Major Hunger-Fighting Wins During 2023 Legislative Session

June 26th, 2023

  For Immediate Release: 06/20/2023Contact: Wesley Storywstory@feedingtexas.org Feeding Texas Network Backs Major Hunger-Fighting Wins During 2023 Legislative Session New laws will improve SNAP access and increase funding for emergency food distribution. TEXAS – With the support of the Feeding Texas network of food banks and anti-hunger champions across the state, the Texas Legislature passed several

Feeding Texas Announces Farm Bill Priorities for 2023 Reauthorization

May 3rd, 2023

  For Immediate Release: 05/03/2023Contact: Wesley Storywstory@feedingtexas.org Feeding Texas Announces Farm Bill Priorities for 2023 Reauthorization Congress has an opportunity to strengthen our nation’s commitment to hunger relief. TEXAS – As federal lawmakers debate the future of the Farm Bill, the Feeding Texas network calls on our elected officials to reauthorize a bipartisan Farm Bill

Texas Food Banks Ask Legislators to Implement Pre-Release SNAP Registration

April 5th, 2023

  For Immediate Release: 04/05/2023Contact: Wesley Storywstory@feedingtexas.org Texas Food Banks Ask Legislators to Implement Pre-Release SNAP Registration This simple policy change would fight hunger and reduce recidivism for formerly incarcerated Texans. TEXAS – The Feeding Texas network, made up of 21 food banks across the state, is calling on state legislators to support hungry Texans

Texas Food Banks Urge Legislators to Fight College Hunger, Improve Graduation Rates

March 22nd, 2023

  For Immediate Release: 03/22/2023Contact: Wesley Storywstory@feedingtexas.org Texas Food Banks Urge Legislators to Fight College Hunger, Improve Graduation Rates 38% of students at two-year colleges experience hunger. TEXAS – The Feeding Texas network, made up of 21 food banks across the state, is calling on state legislators to address hunger on college campuses today in

Texas Food Banks Call for Lawmakers to Update the SNAP Vehicle Asset Test

March 8th, 2023

  For Immediate Release: 03/08/2023Contact: Wesley Storywstory@feedingtexas.org Texas Food Banks Call for Lawmakers to Update the SNAP Vehicle Asset Test More than 54,000 Texas households were denied SNAP due to the Vehicle Asset Test in 2022. TEXAS – The Feeding Texas network, made up of 21 food banks across the state, is calling on state

Texas Food Banks Urge Legislators to Increase Funding for Surplus Ag Grant

February 15th, 2023

  For Immediate Release: 02/15/2023Contact: Wesley Storywstory@feedingtexas.org Texas Food Banks Urge Legislators to Increase Funding for Surplus Ag Grant Investments in produce rescue will help food banks meet growing need. TEXAS – The Feeding Texas network, made up of 21 food banks across the state, is calling on state lawmakers to increase funding for the

Bipartisan Bill Allows Incarcerated Texans to Apply for SNAP Before Release

February 8th, 2023

  For Immediate Release: 02/08/2023Contact: Wesley Storywstory@feedingtexas.org Bipartisan Bill Allows Incarcerated Texans to Apply for SNAP Before Release This simple policy change would reduce recidivism for Texans leaving the criminal justice system. TEXAS – Feeding Texas is excited to announce bill authors for key legislation focused on supporting formerly incarcerated Texans as they reenter society.

College SNAP Bill Would Help Low-Income Students Graduate

January 26th, 2023

  For Immediate Release: 01/26/2023Contact: Wesley Storywstory@feedingtexas.org College SNAP Bill Would Help Low-Income Students Graduate Short-term food assistance can improve long-term economic outcomes for students. TEXAS – Feeding Texas is excited to announce bill sponsors for key legislation that would fight hunger on college campuses. Sen. Royce West (D-Dallas) and Rep. Armando Walle (D-Houston) have

Bipartisan Bill Would Modernize the SNAP Vehicle Asset Test

January 17th, 2023

  For Immediate Release: 01/17/2023Contact: Wesley Storywstory@feedingtexas.org Bipartisan Bill Would Modernize the SNAP Vehicle Asset Test Car values have increased due to inflation, forcing hungry families off SNAP. TEXAS – With the 88th Texas legislative session underway, Feeding Texas is excited to announce bill sponsors for key legislation focused on the SNAP Vehicle Asset Test.

Food Banks Cheer Inclusion of Child Nutrition Investments in Omnibus Budget Bill

December 20th, 2022

  For Immediate Release: 12/20/2022Contact: Wesley Storywstory@feedingtexas.org Food Banks Cheer Inclusion of Child Nutrition Investments in Omnibus Budget Bill Proposed funding would create a national summer EBT program. TEXAS – Feeding Texas, the state association of food banks, joins other advocacy groups to praise the inclusion of child nutrition investments in the year-end omnibus budget

Feeding Texas Announces 2023 State Legislative Priorities

November 16th, 2022

For Immediate Release: 11/16/2022Contact: Wesley Story, 972.999.5225or wstory@feedingtexas.org Feeding Texas Announces 2023 State Legislative Priorities Texas lawmakers can help fight hunger in the 88th legislative session. TEXAS – Bill filing begins this week for the 88th Texas Legislature. As state lawmakers begin introducing legislation, Feeding Texas calls on our elected officials to push for policy