Advocates speak out on the possibility of SNAP and other food security benefits facing cuts
- The Republican Party is pursuing a strategy to undermine the Affordable Care Act's funding instead of pursuing outright repeal.
- The proposed budget cuts totaling $880 billion could significantly affect Medicaid, which supports 72 million Americans.
- A study indicates that cuts to Medicaid may lead to a loss of over 22,000 jobs in Georgia alone, according to a report from the Commonwealth Fund.
- If implemented, these cuts could result in 1 million job losses nationwide by 2026 and reduce Georgia's GDP by nearly $2.3 billion.
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Advocates speak out on the possibility of SNAP and other food security benefits facing cuts
CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) - SNAP and other food security benefits are expected to face cuts by the Trump Administration and Congressional Republicans. Senator Ed Markey, Congressman Jim McGovern, and advocates met virtually yesterday to discuss this issue. The proposal to cut SNAP benefits has deeply concerned many of these advocates, as it could lead to increased hunger and food insecurity. "We've made great strides, but there are still too many p…
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