Congress’s Last-Minute Compromise to Avoid a Shutdown Eliminated its Previous Agreement to Replace Food Benefits Stolen from Low-Income Families
BOSTON, MA (December 23, 2024) – Low-income families struggling to put food on the table are a major casualty of last week’s political maneuvering to avoid a government shutdown.
Since summer 2022, thousands of Massachusetts families have had their food benefits stolen through no fault of their own due to organized card-skimming schemes. SNAP benefits are particularly vulnerable to theft because the benefit cards use a magnetic stripe instead of a chip. To make matters worse, Congress in 1996 denied SNAP families the recourse available to other cardholders whose funds are stolen.
Celebrating 2024 Advocacy Successes
As we reflect on the close of another year, we are filled with gratitude for the incredible support and unwavering commitment of our community. This year, we’ve witnessed firsthand the profound impact of our collective efforts, as together, we’ve empowered individuals, supported families, and created lasting change in our Commonwealth. We are excited to share the legislative strides we’ve made, the successes that have defined this year. Your generosity has been a vital force in every step forward, and we are honored to share this journey with you.