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Student Food Security Act: Expanding Access to Nutrition Assistance

This act aims to make it easier for students to access the SNAP food assistance program, addressing food insecurity among them. It introduces new eligibility rules, pilot programs, and improves data sharing between agencies to help students utilize available benefits. Additionally, it provides grants to colleges to combat food and housing insecurity.
Key points
More students will be eligible for SNAP food assistance, including those living in dorms.
Colleges can test new ways to deliver SNAP benefits, such as through campus dining halls.
Information sharing between agencies will be improved to inform students about available aid programs.
Colleges will receive grants to develop strategies and programs supporting students with food and housing needs.
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Additional Information
Student Food Security Act of 2021
Print number: S 1569
Sponsor: Sen. Warren, Elizabeth [D-MA]
Process start date: 2021-05-11