At the #AB2299 press conference, Asm. Mike Gipson called the bill a “lifeline” for families facing hunger, saying California must stand up for all residents, no matter their language or background.
#AB2299 is a critical step to end child poverty.
At the #AB2299 (Calderon) press conference, @westerncenter.bsky.social Executive Director Cori Racela warned federal SNAP cuts could create a “looming humanitarian crisis” for hundreds of thousands of Californians.
“If we are the California we want to be we must pass AB 2299.”
At the #AB2299 press conference, #CalFresh recipient Diane Burkholder shared how food assistance helps her survive.
“About 70% of my food comes from the CalFresh program.”
Her story isn’t unique: 82% of Long Beach residents report food insecurity.
CA must act to protect families from hunger.
🍎“1 in 4 people in LA County are struggling with food insecurity… that’s 2.5 million people.”-LA Regional Food Bank President & CEO Michael Flood
By protecting food assistance and support systems, #AB2299 the #CARET Act ensures families don’t fall through the cracks when federal support disappears.
At the #AB2299 (Calderon) press conference, Asm. Lisa Calderon said federal SNAP cuts could cause 600,000 Californians to lose CalFresh benefits.
“The California Antihunger Response and Employment Training Act #CARET will maintain food benefits for those who lose access due to federal cuts."
At the #AB2299 #CARET press conference with Asm Lisa Calderon, LA County Supervisor Hilda L. Solis shared that ending child poverty starts with food security.
“AB 2299 will provide systemic improvements & the delivery of much-needed support.”
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The federal govt. is spending $ to take food away. We’re fighting back. New #CALeg bill #AB2299 (Calderon) will help keep 1 million from going hungry.
Support the California Antihunger Response and Employment Training Act #CARET. It’s simple: all of us deserve food.
#CARET #CALeg #WeDeserveToEat
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