House Republicans did not argue against Peltola's bill. A vote is expected on Thursday, the last day before the House goes on recess until after the November election.
“I rise today to speak on a topic of vital importance to my state, where veterans comprise about 10% of the population, and I know many veterans who face food insecurity,” she said.
“I think others would say, ‘Look, these are people who have given to our country and we owe it to them to make sure that they have the basics,'” Dubowitz said. “And, you know, SNAP is something that allows them to not be living in on shaky ground.” “I know this bill will not solve the problem entirely, but I believe it can help Alaska and throughout the country,” Peltola said.
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