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John,

Rural communities are the backbone of our nation's food production, yet they face disproportionately high rates of food insecurity.

This nutrition gap not only jeopardizes their well-being but also results in increased healthcare expenses.

Fortunately, lawmakers have the power to make a positive change. Strengthening the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) can help more families access essential food resources, subsequently reducing their healthcare expenses. Add your name and tell Congress to strengthen SNAP benefits!

SIGN YOUR NAME!

Studies underscore the vital link between consistent access to nutritious food and overall health. Conversely, limited access to healthy food contributes to chronic diseases, exacerbates mental health issues, and ultimately leads to higher healthcare costs, leaving families with less to spend on food. Shockingly, in 2021, approximately 11% of rural households experienced food insecurity, which directly correlates with health challenges like diabetes, asthma, and depression.

In the 2023 Farm Bill, Congress has a unique opportunity to empower rural communities by enhancing SNAP provisions:

Aligning SNAP's purchasing power with grocery prices to ensure adequate support during economic hardships.
Improving SNAP access for diverse groups, including older adults, college students, veterans, working families, residents facing eligibility and enrollment barriers, and military families.
Excluding the Basic Allowance for Housing from the gross income calculation for SNAP eligibility to assist more military families.
Supporting SNAP choice and affordable access to nutritious foods.
Adequately funding and enhancing state employment and training programs.
Ensuring SNAP beneficiaries can access training opportunities based on best practices.
Preventing the expansion of SNAP work requirements to better support participants seeking employment.

SNAP is a powerful solution to address food insecurity and its health consequences in rural areas. SNAP beneficiaries can save around $1,400 per year in healthcare expenses.

It's imperative that we stand with communities lacking access to food. Let's urge our lawmakers to bridge the nutrition gap and fortify SNAP benefits through the 2023 Farm Bill.

Sign the petition to Congress: Strengthen SNAP in the 2023 Farm Bill and bolster the well-being of rural communities.

SIGN YOUR NAME!

Cliff Schecter

President, Blue Amp Action

Amplify Good

Blue Amp Action PAC
PO Box 8384, Cincinnati, OH 45208

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