CT Lawmakers Push Food Assistance Program Amid Federal Cuts
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Democratic lawmakers in Connecticut rally for a new food assistance program, aiming to bridge the gap for vulnerable residents losing federal SNAP benefits due to stricter work rules. The proposal targets veterans, homeless individuals, and young adults leaving foster care, drawing forty million dollars from the states Federal Cuts Response Fund. However, the bill faces opposition, with Governor Ned Lamonts budget omitting the funding and concerns over high costs and setup challenges.
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