June 10, 2025 - Elliottsburg, PA
Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding emphasized the critical role Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits play in supporting Pennsylvania's ag industry at People's Provisions, a Perry County grocer that accepts SNAP benefits and sources entirely from local farms. Today's event included local business leaders, farmers, and community members who amplified real concerns about the impacts that proposed federal cuts to SNAP funding will have on Pennsylvania families, farmers, and grocery businesses if Congress follows through on the current version of H.R. 1. Governor Josh Shapiro has made it clear that Pennsylvania cannot backfill these costs. "Radical reductions in SNAP would hurt not only the two million people who recieve benefits and may be temporarily struggling, but the Pennsylvania farm families, and families of those in 12,000 grocery industry jobs across the state supported by SNAP spending," Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding said. "The Shapiro Administration is doing our part, investing to see that no family goes hungry in Pennsylvania. We are calling on Congress to keep its promises and remember their commitments to Pennsylvania farmers, families, and businesses."Speakers Include:Lindsay Hutchinson, People's ProvisionsSecretary ReddingJarrah Cernas, Chicano Sol Farm Co-OwnerLindsey Shapiro, Pasa
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