SNAP

Alabama Dems: There’s money to fund SNAP but it isn’t a priority for state Republicans

Alabama Democrats called on Gov. Ivey and state Republicans to take a more active role in helping hungry families during the shutdown.

Josh Moon

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November 4, 2025

Rep. Sewell praises court orders blocking Trump admin’s SNAP cuts

Federal courts blocked the Trump administration's attempts to cut SNAP funds, a move Sewell called a blatant violation of the law.

November 3, 2025

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Republicans have the money to feed the hungry, but they’re choosing not to

Republicans at the federal and state levels have the ability to fund the SNAP program and not let people go hungry. They're refusing.

Josh Moon

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October 31, 2025

Birmingham commits $1M toward emergency relief for SNAP families

Mayor Woodfin proposed $1 million in emergency aid and a citywide food drive to help the 23,000 Birmingham residents losing SNAP benefits.

Mary Claire Wooten

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October 31, 2025

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The shutdown has proven that the two parties are not the same

If the two parties were the same, Democrats would allow the suffering from the Republicans' plans and then reap the benefits.

Josh Moon

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October 28, 2025

Sen. Britt joins legislation to protect SNAP benefits for Alabamians

Britt joined the Keep SNAP Funded Act to ensure 750,000 Alabamians who rely on SNAP would not miss their benefits during a government shutdown.

October 28, 2025

Rep. Sewell demands Trump administration continue SNAP benefits during shutdown

Sewell and House Democrats demanded the Trump administration protect SNAP benefits, highlighting the potential consequences for millions of families.

October 27, 2025

Alabama Arise hosts webinar series detailing impacts of Republican “Big Beautiful Bill”

The first session detailed cuts to Medicaid and SNAP, threatening healthcare, food security, and rural hospitals for Alabama families.

Alex Jobin

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October 23, 2025

New bill seeks to add Alabama rotisserie chicken to SNAP eligibility

A new proposal emerged to expand healthy food options in Alabama through SNAP.

October 1, 2025