The House Resolution urges President Donald J. Trump and the United States Congress to take immediate action to ensure the issuance of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for November and during any ongoing lapse in appropriations. SNAP is a critical program that provides food assistance to low-income families, serving over 42 million individuals nationwide, with approximately 1.4 million individuals in Michigan relying on these benefits. The resolution highlights the significant impact of SNAP on vulnerable populations, including children, seniors, and individuals with disabilities, and emphasizes the potential harm that the loss of these benefits would cause amid existing food insecurity challenges in the state.

The resolution notes that the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has been instructed to delay the transmission of November SNAP benefits, which could exacerbate food insecurity for many families. While food banks and pantries are preparing to assist those in need, they lack the capacity and resources to fully compensate for the loss of SNAP benefits. The resolution calls for urgent action from federal leaders to address this issue and ensure that Michiganders receive the necessary support to meet their basic food needs. Copies of the resolution will be sent to key federal officials, including the President and members of Congress.