Ep. 136 - Texas Could Owe $770M for SNAP — And Food Banks Can’t Fill the Gap | Celia Cole
Texas could face a $770 million annual obligation to fund SNAP benefits under new federal rules, even as food banks across the state struggle to meet growing demand.
Celia Cole, CEO of Feeding Texas, joins Brad Swail on Texas Talks to discuss rising food insecurity, the consequences of federal changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), and the difficult decisions facing Texas lawmakers ahead of the 2027 legislative session.
Feeding Texas represents a network of 20 food banks serving all 254 Texas counties. Cole explains how rising food prices, transportation costs, and…
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