HR 6449
Food and Necessities During Public Emergencies Act of 2020
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Bill overview
This bill, the Food and Necessities During Public Emergencies Act of 2020, expands the use of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits during declared emergencies. Specifically, SNAP recipients can now use their benefits to purchase essential durable goods like diapers, toilet paper, cleaning supplies, and personal hygiene items. This aims to help families maintain basic household needs when facing emergencies and disruptions to their usual food supply.
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Alan S. Lowenthal
Alcee L. Hastings
Ann Kirkpatrick
Barbara Lee
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