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Tribal Food Aid Bill Simplifies Access | Reno News
Senator Cortez Masto introduces a bold new bill to fix a broken system: tribal families can’t use both SNAP and the Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations in the same month, forcing painful choices. This legislation would let them access both programs simultaneously, cutting red tape and ensuring consistent food access. With SNAP benefits already slashed for Nevadans, this commonsense fix aims to directly support tribal households struggling with food insecurity. Co-sponsored by Senator Murray, the bill is now moving through Congress to deliver real, lasting relief to Native…
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