House bill proposes monthly payments for fresh produce

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A new House bill proposes a pilot program to give eligible households an extra $60 monthly for fresh produce. The "Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act" aims to improve access to healthy foods for lower-income families, including SNAP recipients. This legislation, introduced by Representative Pramila Jayapal, would establish a five-year USDA pilot program, with results reported to Congress.


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