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On the recordDecember 5, 2023
I encourage the Committee to protect the much needed adjustments that were made to the Thrifty Food Plan.
Said by
Don Beyer
Democratic · Virginia

Editor's note · Context

Beyer emphasizes the need to maintain SNAP benefits and adjustments for food security.

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