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Declaring support and gratitude by the House of Representatives to food banks, food pantries, and other community-based organizations working to end food insecurity and providing other essential services in the United States.

3/7/2024, 8:15 AM

Summary of Bill HRES 882

Bill 118 HRES 882, also known as the resolution declaring support and gratitude by the House of Representatives to food banks, food pantries, and other community-based organizations working to end food insecurity and providing other essential services in the United States, aims to recognize and appreciate the important work being done by these organizations to address the issue of food insecurity in the country.

The resolution acknowledges the critical role that food banks, food pantries, and other community-based organizations play in providing essential services to individuals and families in need. These organizations work tirelessly to ensure that no one goes hungry and that everyone has access to nutritious food.

The resolution also highlights the challenges faced by these organizations, including increased demand for their services due to the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite these challenges, food banks, food pantries, and other community-based organizations have continued to serve their communities with dedication and compassion. In addition to expressing support and gratitude, the resolution calls for increased funding and resources to help these organizations continue their important work. It also encourages individuals and businesses to donate to food banks and other organizations that are working to end food insecurity in the United States. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 882 is a bipartisan effort to recognize and support the vital role that food banks, food pantries, and other community-based organizations play in addressing food insecurity and providing essential services to those in need.

Congressional Summary of HRES 882

This resolution declares support and gratitude to food banks and community-based organizations working to end U.S. food insecurity. The resolution also confirms that food bank and community-based organization employees and volunteers, private donors, and U.S. agricultural producers serve an essential role in working to end food insecurity.

Current Status of Bill HRES 882

Bill HRES 882 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 17, 2023. Bill HRES 882 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on November 21, 2023.  Bill HRES 882's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition, Foreign Agriculture, and Horticulture. as of January 18, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 882

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
58
Democrat Cosponsors
44
Republican Cosponsors
14
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 882

Primary Policy Focus

Agriculture and Food

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 882

Declaring support and gratitude by the House of Representatives to food banks, food pantries, and other community-based organizations working to end food insecurity and providing other essential services in the United States.
Declaring support and gratitude by the House of Representatives to food banks, food pantries, and other community-based organizations working to end food insecurity and providing other essential services in the United States.

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