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On the recordFebruary 1, 2022
I heard directly from veterans on how the lack of access to the SNAP program negatively impacts their lives, their ability to look for work, their mental health, and their nutrition needs.
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Abigail Spanberger
Democratic · Virginia

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Spanberger highlights the negative impact of SNAP access on veterans' lives.

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