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S 3132119th CongressIn Committee
Emergency Relief for Hungry Families Act of 2025
Introduced: Nov 6, 2025
Sponsor: Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR] (D-Oregon)
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
The Emergency Relief for Hungry Families Act exempts food discounting from equal treatment requirements during government shutdowns when SNAP benefits are interrupted.
Key Points
- 1Allows retailers to offer food discounts during government shutdowns
- 2Applies when SNAP participants aren't receiving full benefits
- 3Exempts discounted food from equal treatment violation
- 4Automatic waiver during covered periods
- 5Addresses food insecurity during appropriations lapses
Impact Areas
SNAP participantsFood retailersLow-income families during shutdowns
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