In statement, Sen. Dodd said, “Students shouldn’t be forced to make the heartbreaking choice between getting an education and eating. Hunger is a serious problem on college campuses across the state and my bill takes an important step toward putting food on the table.”
On the other hand, Sen. Wiener’s proposal, Senate Bill 285 aims to streamline the enrollment process for CalFresh. The bill will set a clear and accountable enrollment goal statewide. It will also eliminate unnecessary questions that only prevent people from participating in the program.
“No one in our state should go hungry for lack of support. It is a moral failure to allow so many Californians to live day-by-day not knowing when they will have their next meal. As a state, we can do more to ensure everyone eligible for federally funded nutrition assistance is getting that assistance,” said Sen. Wiener.
Rep. Wick’s proposal, AB 1022 aims to prevent hunger and support work among individuals who are not qualified for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
