The U.S. House Agriculture Committee will review its version of the farm bill on May 23. Anti-hunger advocates say a proposed cut to SNAP in the bill would take away $500 million in benefits over the next decade in Oregon. Advocates are calling on the two Oregon legislators in that committee to vote "no" on the changes.
The bulk of federal funding for Community Health Centers expires next month, and health advocates say they re worried about the impact on Kentucky communities. Molly Lewis, CEO, Kentucky Primary Care Association, said about one in five Kentuckians accesses health services through a community health center, which doesn t require insurance or hefty payments. She said centers ensure residents can access medical, dental and behavioral health, but typically go further to cater to the needs of the communities they serve. .
PORTLAND, OR — Oregon is taking critical steps to ensure children have access to vital nutrition during the summer months by declaring its intention to operate the Summer Electronic Benefit
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