The resolution condemns the U.S. House of Representatives for passing a budget resolution on February 25, 2025, that proposes to cut $1.5 trillion from the federal budget over the next ten years. The cuts specifically target critical areas such as public healthcare programs, education funding, and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The resolution expresses concern that these cuts will disproportionately affect vulnerable populations, particularly in New Jersey, where millions rely on programs like NJ FamilyCare and SNAP for essential healthcare and food security.
In New Jersey, approximately 1.8 million individuals depend on NJ FamilyCare, which includes Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program, and could face significant funding reductions of up to $5.2 billion. Additionally, around 830,000 low-income residents rely on SNAP benefits, which may be severely impacted by the proposed cuts, leading to limited benefits and restricted eligibility. The resolution urges the U.S. Senate to reject the House's budget proposal to protect these critical safety net programs and the residents who depend on them.