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Pa. lawmakers urged to preserve SNAP benefits, assist farming industry at committee hearing
Pennsylvania lawmakers were urged to protect SNAP benefits and support the state's farming industry amid rising grocery costs and federal policy uncertainty. Food bank leaders, a union representative, and state officials highlighted the strain on families and businesses due to inflation and the Trump administration's policies, including tariffs and immigration guidance.
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