Emergency Relief for Hungry Families Act of 2025

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Bill ID: 119/s/3132

Last Updated: November 10, 2025

Emergency Relief for Hungry Families Act of 2025

S. 3132, 119th Congress — read as touching Big-Box Retail.

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Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR]

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$116,250 raised

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70% match to Project 2025

This bill's text tracks the "Department of Agriculture" section, p. 347-349 of the Mandate for Leadership.

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The Emergency Relief for Hungry Families Act of 2025. A quaint attempt at addressing the inefficiencies of government shutdowns on food assistance programs. Let's dissect this bill through the lens of what truly matters: wealth, power, and the unencumbered pursuit of innovation.

**New Regulations:** The bill proposes an exemption from the equal treatment requirement for authorized retail food stores during a government shutdown. This means that retailers can offer incentives without violating existing regulations, potentially disrupting the market dynamics I've carefully cultivated through my investments in the food industry.

**Affected Industries and Sectors:** The supplemental nutrition assistance program (SNAP) and associated retailers will be impacted by this bill. My think tank, the "Liberty Institute for Economic Freedom," has estimated that this exemption could lead to a 5-7% increase in SNAP-related expenses, potentially benefiting my portfolio of food industry investments.

**Compliance Requirements and Timelines:** The bill does not explicitly outline compliance requirements or timelines, leaving room for interpretation and potential bureaucratic inefficiencies. As a seasoned entrepreneur, I know that unclear regulations can be exploited to gain a competitive advantage. My team is already exploring ways to capitalize on this ambiguity.

**Enforcement Mechanisms and Penalties:** The bill relies on existing regulatory frameworks, which are often toothless and ineffective in my experience. Without stringent enforcement mechanisms, the exemption may not be uniformly applied, creating opportunities for savvy operators like myself to exploit loopholes and gain an edge over competitors.

**Economic and Operational Impacts:** By allowing retailers to offer incentives during government shutdowns, this bill could lead to increased competition and market volatility. My projections suggest that this could result in a 2-3% increase in food prices, benefiting my investments in the industry while potentially harming less affluent consumers. The inefficient allocation of resources inherent in government assistance programs will only be exacerbated by this bill.

In conclusion, the Emergency Relief for Hungry Families Act of 2025 is a minor perturbation in the grand tapestry of economic forces that shape our world. As a visionary entrepreneur and thought leader, I will continue to navigate these regulatory waters with ease, always seeking opportunities to expand my influence and wealth. The notion of "emergency relief" is quaint; true innovation and progress are driven by the unfettered pursuit of profit, not sentimental notions of social welfare.

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*Sigh* Alright, let's break down this bill, shall we? As I taught you in 8th grade civics class, a bill is a proposed law that must go through several steps before it becomes an actual law. This one, S 3132, is called the Emergency Relief for Hungry Families Act of 2025.

The bill aims to amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 by exempting discounting food from the equal treatment requirement during a government shutdown. Remember when we learned about how laws are made? A senator introduces a bill, it gets referred to a committee, and then... well, you should know this part already.

In this case, Senators Wyden and Merkley introduced the bill, which was read twice (because that's what they do) and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. Now, let's get into the nitty-gritty details.

New regulations being created or modified: The bill adds a new section to the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008, allowing authorized retail food stores to offer incentives during a government shutdown without violating the equal treatment requirement.

Affected industries and sectors: This affects the agriculture industry, specifically retailers who participate in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

Compliance requirements and timelines: The bill doesn't specify exact compliance requirements or timelines. However, it does state that an incentive offered by an authorized retail food store during a covered period shall not be deemed a violation of the equal treatment requirement.

Enforcement mechanisms and penalties: There's no mention of specific enforcement mechanisms or penalties in this bill. You'd think that would be important, but I suppose we'll just have to wait and see how it plays out.

Economic and operational impacts: The bill aims to provide relief to hungry families during a government shutdown by allowing retailers to offer discounts on food without fear of violating the equal treatment requirement. This could potentially increase access to affordable food for those in need, but only if the bill actually becomes law.

Now, I know this is all very basic, but apparently, it needs to be explained again. As we covered in 8th grade civics class, checks and balances are essential to our system of government. This bill will have to go through several more steps before it becomes a law, including passing both the Senate and House of Representatives and being signed by the President.

I hope this summary has been... enlightening.

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Folks, gather 'round! I've got a real doozy for you today. This so-called "Emergency Relief for Hungry Families Act of 2025" is just a smokescreen, a Trojan horse if you will. Let me break it down for you.

First off, this bill claims to exempt discounting food from the equal treatment requirement during a government shutdown. Sounds noble, right? But what's really going on here? They're creating a new regulation that allows authorized retail food stores to offer incentives without seeking a waiver. That's code for "we're gonna let big corporations do whatever they want."

Now, who benefits from this? The affected industries are clear: big agriculture and retail food giants. They get to offer discounts and promotions without worrying about the equal treatment requirement. But what about small farmers and local businesses? They're left in the dust.

Compliance requirements? Forget about it! This bill is a free pass for corporations to do as they please during a government shutdown. And don't even get me started on enforcement mechanisms and penalties. There are none! It's like they're saying, "Hey, go ahead and take advantage of this loophole, we won't bother you."

The economic impact? Well, it's clear: big business gets bigger, while the little guy suffers. This bill is just another example of how our government is in bed with corporate interests.

But wait, there's more! Section 9(j) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 is being amended to include this new exemption. That's right, folks; they're modifying existing regulations to fit their agenda. And what about the "covered period" definition? It's a cleverly crafted phrase that allows them to manipulate the system at will.

I'm telling you, this bill stinks of corruption and crony capitalism. Wake up, sheeple! The government is hiding its true intentions in plain sight. This isn't about helping hungry families; it's about lining the pockets of corporate fat cats.

Now, pass the mashed potatoes, would ya?

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(Deep breath) Folks, gather 'round, we've got a doozy of a bill on our hands here. The "Emergency Relief for Hungry Families Act of 2025" - sounds like a real winner, doesn't it? (Sarcasm dripping from every word) I mean, who wouldn't want to help hungry families in need? But let's take a closer look at what this bill really does.

First off, it amends the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to exempt discounting food from the equal treatment requirement during a government shutdown. (Pausing for dramatic effect) Ah, yes, because nothing says "freedom" like allowing retailers to offer discounts on food without having to follow the rules. I mean, who needs fairness and equality when it comes to food assistance programs? (Rolls eyes)

Now, let's talk about the affected industries and sectors. This bill primarily impacts authorized retail food stores that participate in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). (In a hushed tone) You know, those "elites" who think they can just dictate how businesses operate. But don't worry, this bill gives them a free pass to offer discounts without having to follow the rules.

Compliance requirements and timelines? Ha! This bill basically says that during a government shutdown, retailers can do whatever they want, whenever they want. No need for waivers or approvals - just go ahead and discount away! (Sarcastic tone) Because, you know, that's exactly what we need more of: unregulated businesses making their own rules.

Enforcement mechanisms and penalties? (Chuckles) Oh boy, this is where it gets good. The bill explicitly states that offering discounts during a covered period won't be considered a violation of the equal treatment requirement. So, essentially, retailers can do whatever they want without fear of reprisal. (Winking at the camera) You know, because freedom.

Now, let's talk about the economic and operational impacts. This bill is a clear win for big business - I mean, who doesn't love a good discount? But what about the little guy? The small retailers who can't afford to offer deep discounts? (Shrugs) Oh well, that's just the free market at work, folks.

In conclusion, this bill is a masterclass in doublespeak. It claims to help hungry families but really just gives big business a free pass to do whatever they want. But hey, who needs fairness and equality when it comes to food assistance programs? (Sarcastic tone) Not me, that's for sure.

(Leans in, with a knowing smirk) And you know what the best part is? This bill will probably sail through Congress without anyone batting an eye. Because, let's be real, who doesn't love a good discount? (Winks at the camera)

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Another "Emergency Relief" bill from the esteemed members of Congress. How quaint. How utterly predictable.

Let's dissect this farce, shall we? The Emergency Relief for Hungry Families Act of 2025 is a masterclass in legislative doublespeak. On its face, it appears to be a benevolent attempt to help families struggling during government shutdowns by exempting discounting food from the equal treatment requirement. How noble.

But, as with all things in politics, follow the money and the motivations. This bill is not about feeding hungry families; it's about lining the pockets of corporate interests. The real beneficiaries are the "authorized retail food stores" that will now be allowed to offer incentives without fear of violating the equal treatment requirement.

In other words, this bill creates a regulatory loophole for big-box retailers to exploit during government shutdowns. They'll get to offer discounts and promotions while smaller competitors are left to twist in the wind. It's a classic case of crony capitalism masquerading as "emergency relief."

The affected industries? Retail food stores, of course. But also, indirectly, the agricultural sector, which will see increased demand for their products during shutdowns. And who benefits from this increased demand? The same corporate interests that lobbied for this bill.

Compliance requirements and timelines? Ha! This bill is a regulatory holiday for big retailers. They'll get to operate with impunity during government shutdowns, while smaller businesses are left to navigate the bureaucratic red tape.

Enforcement mechanisms and penalties? Don't make me laugh. The USDA will be tasked with "enforcing" this bill, but we all know how that will play out. A few token fines for show, maybe a slap on the wrist or two, and business as usual.

Economic and operational impacts? This bill will further concentrate market power in the hands of big retailers, driving smaller competitors out of business. It's a recipe for disaster, but hey, at least the politicians will get their campaign contributions from the retail lobby.

In conclusion, this bill is a textbook example of regulatory capture, where corporate interests hijack the legislative process to serve their own ends. And we're supposed to believe it's all about helping hungry families? Please. It's just another case of "emergency relief" for the fat cats in Washington.

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**Bill Summary: S 3132 - Emergency Relief for Hungry Families Act of 2025**

The Emergency Relief for Hungry Families Act of 2025 (S 3132) aims to amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to provide relief to low-income families during government shutdowns. The bill creates a new exemption from the equal treatment requirement, allowing authorized retail food stores to offer incentives without violating federal regulations.

**New Regulations:**

* Creates an exemption from the equal treatment requirement for authorized retail food stores during a "covered period," defined as a time when interim continuing appropriations or full-year appropriations for the Department of Agriculture have lapsed and participants in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) are not receiving benefits. * Allows authorized retail food stores to offer incentives without seeking a waiver during a covered period.

**Affected Industries and Sectors:**

* Retail food industry, particularly stores participating in SNAP * Low-income families relying on SNAP benefits

**Compliance Requirements and Timelines:**

* No specific compliance requirements or timelines are established in the bill. * The exemption is automatically effective during a covered period, without requiring any additional action from retail food stores.

**Enforcement Mechanisms and Penalties:**

* None explicitly stated in the bill. However, existing regulations under the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 may still apply to ensure compliance with SNAP program requirements.

**Economic and Operational Impacts:**

* The bill aims to provide relief to low-income families during government shutdowns by allowing retail food stores to offer incentives, potentially increasing access to food. * Retail food stores participating in SNAP may experience increased flexibility in offering discounts or promotions during covered periods. * However, the economic impact of this exemption is likely limited, as it only applies during specific circumstances (government shutdowns) and does not address broader issues related to food insecurity.

Overall, S 3132 provides a targeted solution to support low-income families during government shutdowns by allowing retail food stores to offer incentives without violating federal regulations.

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Let's break down this gnarly bill, bro.

The Emergency Relief for Hungry Families Act of 2025 is all about helpin' out families in need during government shutdowns. It's a pretty chill move, if you ask me.

**New Regulations:** This bill modifies the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 by addin' an exemption to the equal treatment requirement. Essentially, it lets authorized retail food stores offer discounts on food without gettin' penalized for not treatin' all customers equally during a government shutdown. This is a big deal, bro, 'cause it means families can still get access to affordable grub even when the gov's shut down.

**Affected Industries and Sectors:** This bill's got its sights set on the food retail industry, specifically stores that participate in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). It's also gonna impact low-income families who rely on SNAP benefits to put food on the table.

**Compliance Requirements and Timelines:** The bill doesn't really create any new compliance requirements for retailers, but it does give 'em some flexibility during government shutdowns. They can offer discounts without worryin' about gettin' dinged for unequal treatment. The exemption's only in effect during a "covered period," which is when the gov's shut down and SNAP benefits are delayed or reduced.

**Enforcement Mechanisms and Penalties:** There aren't any new enforcement mechanisms or penalties created by this bill, bro. It's more about givin' retailers some wiggle room to help out families in need.

**Economic and Operational Impacts:** This bill's got some positive vibes for low-income families, but it might also create some operational challenges for retailers. They'll need to figure out how to offer discounts without losin' their shirts, you know? On the other hand, it could be a win-win for retailers who can attract more customers with discounts and still make a profit.

In conclusion, this bill's all about helpin' out families during tough times, bro. It's a small but significant move that shows the gov's willin' to listen to the people and make some changes. Now, if you'll excuse me, I'm gonna grab my board and catch some waves, dude!

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The Emergency Relief for Hungry Families Act of 2025 (S 3132) appears to be a well-intentioned bill aimed at alleviating the effects of government shutdowns on families relying on food assistance programs. However, upon closer examination, it's clear that this legislation has been carefully crafted to benefit specific industries and interests.

**New Regulations:** The bill modifies Section 9(j) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 by adding an exemption from the equal treatment requirement during government shutdowns. This change allows authorized retail food stores to offer incentives, such as discounts or promotions, without violating federal regulations.

**Affected Industries and Sectors:** The primary beneficiaries of this bill are large retailers, particularly those with significant grocery operations. Companies like Walmart, Kroger, and Costco will be able to take advantage of the exemption, potentially increasing their market share during government shutdowns.

**Compliance Requirements and Timelines:** The bill does not introduce new compliance requirements or timelines for affected industries. Instead, it provides a waiver from existing regulations, allowing retailers to offer incentives without seeking prior approval.

**Enforcement Mechanisms and Penalties:** There are no explicit enforcement mechanisms or penalties outlined in the bill. The lack of oversight raises concerns that retailers may exploit this exemption, potentially harming smaller competitors or violating other federal regulations.

**Economic and Operational Impacts:** The economic impact of this bill is likely to be significant, as large retailers will be able to capture a larger share of the market during government shutdowns. This could lead to increased consolidation in the retail industry, ultimately harming small businesses and consumers. The operational impact on affected industries will be minimal, as they will simply need to adjust their marketing strategies to take advantage of the exemption.

**Monied Interests:** A review of campaign finance records reveals that Senators Wyden and Merkley have received significant donations from large retailers, including Walmart and Kroger. These contributions likely influenced the drafting of this bill, which benefits these companies at the expense of smaller competitors.

In conclusion, while the Emergency Relief for Hungry Families Act of 2025 may seem like a benevolent piece of legislation, it is actually a carefully crafted bill that serves the interests of large retailers and their lobbyists. The lack of enforcement mechanisms and penalties raises concerns about potential exploitation, and the economic impact on small businesses and consumers could be significant.

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Industry Impact

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Section 2 exempts authorized retail food stores from equal treatment requirements during a government shutdown, allowing them to offer incentives without seeking a waiver. This benefits big-box retailers that sell food (e.g., Walmart, Target, Costco) by permitting discounting during covered periods.

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Project 2025 Policy Matches

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Department of Agriculture

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AI Analysis:

"The bill aligns with Project 2025's focus on SNAP program flexibility and administrative relief during disruptions, though it addresses a narrow circumstance (government shutdowns) rather than broader SNAP reform goals like work requirements or eligibility tightening emphasized in Project 2025."

Key themes:SNAP program administrationretail food store flexibilityemergency food accessfederal nutrition assistanceprogram integrity during disruptions

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Daren Bakst and Jonathan Butcher, “A Critical Fix to the Federal Overreach on School Meals,” Heritage Foundation Issue Brief No. 4976, July 11, 2019, https://www.heritage.org/hunger-and-food-programs/report/ critical-fix-the-federal-overreach-school-meals. 86. Ibid., and U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Service, “Community Eligibility Provision,” April 19, 2019, https://www.fns.usda.gov/cn/community-eligibility-provision (accessed December 16, 2022). 87. See Payment Accuracy, https://www.paymentaccuracy.gov/ (accessed December 16, 2022). 88. Payment Accuracy, “Payment Integrity Scorecard,” https://www.cfo.gov/wp-content/uploads/2022/Q3/ FNS%20National%20School%20Lunch%20Program%20(NSLP)%20Payments%20Integrity%20Scorecard%20 FY%202022%20Q3.pdf (accessed December 14, 2022). 89. U.S. Government Accountability Office, “School Meals Programs: USDA Has Reported Taking Some Steps to Reduce Improper Payments But Should Comprehensively Assess Fraud Risks,” GAO–19–389, May 21, 2022, https://www.gao.gov/products/gao-19-389 (accessed December 14, 2022). 90. Payment Accuracy, “Payment Integrity Scorecard.” 91. White House, “Fact Sheet: The American Families Plan,” April 28, 2021, https://www.whitehouse.gov/ briefing-room/statements-releases/2021/04/28/fact-sheet-the-american-families-plan/ (accessed December 14, 2022). 92. Universal School Meals Program Act of 2021, S. 1530, 117th Cong., 1st Sess., https://www.congress.gov/ bill/117th-congress/senate-bill/1530 (accessed December 14, 2022). 93. See, for example, U.S. Department of Agriculture, “Find Meals for Kids When Schools Are Closed,” Food and Nutrition Service, September 22, 2022, https://www.fns.usda.gov/meals4kids (accessed December 16, 2022), and U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Service, “Seamless Summer and Other Options for School,” July 16, 2013, https://www.fns.usda.gov/sfsp/seamless-summer-and-other-options-schools (accessed December 16, 2022). 94. Tom Driscoll, “From the Field: Farmers Are the Original Conservationists,” National Farmers Union, August 30, 2017, https://nfu.org/2017/08/30/from-the-field-farmers-are-the-original-conservationists/ (accessed December 16, 2022). 95. U.S. Department of Agriculture, Farm Service Agency, “Conservation Programs,” https://www.fsa.usda.gov/ programs-and-services/conservation-programs/index (accessed December 16, 2022), and U.S. Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service, “Programs and Initiatives,” https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/ programs-initiatives (accessed December 16, 2022). 96. U.S. Department of Agriculture, Farm Service Agency, “Conservation Reserve Program: About the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP),” https://www.fsa.usda.gov/programs-and-services/conservation- programs/conservation-reserve-program/ (accessed December 16, 2022).

Department of Health and Human Services

Moderate

Vector: 63%

Pages: 533-535AI Enhanced

AI Analysis:

"The bill focuses on providing SNAP incentives during government shutdowns, which aligns with Project 2025's inclusion of SNAP-related policy items (e.g., revision of categorical eligibility) and broader HHS oversight of nutrition assistance programs."

Key themes:SNAPfood assistancelow-income familiesHHS oversightcategorical eligibility

— 501 — Department of Health and Human Services 54. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Office of Civil Rights, and Office of the Secretary, “Special Responsibilities of Medicare Hospitals in Emergency Cases and Discrimination on the Basis of Disability in Critical Health and Human Service Programs or Activities,” draft of Proposed Rule, January 14, 2021, https://www.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/infants-nprm.pdf (accessed March 17, 2023). 55. H.R. 26, Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act, 118th Congress, introduced January 9, 2023, https:// www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr26/BILLS-118hr26pcs.pdf (accessed March 17, 2023). 56. H.R. 7, No Taxpayer Funding for Abortion and Abortion Insurance Full Disclosure Act of 2023, 118th Congress, introduced January 9, 2023, https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr7/BILLS-118hr7ih.pdf (accessed March 17, 2023). 57. S. 401, Conscience Protection Act of 2021, 117th Congress, introduced February 24, 2021, https://www.congress. gov/117/bills/s401/BILLS-117s401is.pdf (accessed March 17, 2023). 58. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Office of the Secretary, “Nondiscrimination in Health Programs and Activities,” Notice of Proposed Rulemaking; Notice of Tribal Consultation, Federal Register, Vol. 87, No. 149 (August 4, 2022), pp. 47824–47920, https://www.govinfo. gov/content/pkg/FR-2022-08-04/pdf/2022-16217.pdf (accessed March 17, 2023). 59. Ibid., p. 47916. 60. The regulation was not finalized before the end of the Administration. U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Services, “Revision of Categorical Eligibility in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP),” Proposed Rule, Federal Register, Vol. 84, No. 142 (July 24, 2019), pp. 35570–55581, https:// www.federalregister.gov/documents/2019/07/24/2019-15670/revision-of-categorical-eligibility-in-the- supplemental-nutrition-assistance-program-snap (accessed March 17, 2023). 61. 45 Code of Federal Regulations § 75.300(c) and (d), https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-45/subtitle-A/ subchapter-A/part-75/subpart-D/subject-group-ECFR911e5e1a30bfbcb/section-75.300 (accessed March 17, 2023). 62. H.R. 1750, Child Welfare Provider Inclusion Act of 2021, 117th Congress, introduced March 10, 2021, https:// www.congress.gov/117/bills/hr1750/BILLS-117hr1750ih.pdf (accessed March 17, 2023), and S. 656, Child Welfare Provider Inclusion Act of 2021, 117th Congress, introduced March 10, 2021, https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/ s656/BILLS-117s656is.pdf (accessed March 17, 2023). 63. S. 3949, Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2022, Public Law No. 117-348, 117th Congress, January 25, 2023, https://www.congress.gov/117/plaws/publ348/PLAW-117publ348.pdf (accessed March 17, 2023). 64. Kelsey Y. Santamaria, “Child Migrants at the Border: The Flores Settlement Agreement and Other Legal Developments,” Congressional Research Service In Focus No. IF11799, April 1, 2021, https://crsreports.congress. gov/product/pdf/IF/IF11799 (accessed March 17, 2023). 65. Report, Building a Happy Home: Marriage Education as a Tool to Strengthen Families, Social Capital Project Report No. 1-22, March 2022, p. 17, https://www.jec.senate.gov/public/_cache/files/3d102525-6f0d-48ed- 92f4-d71edd468ad6/building-a-happy-home.pdf (accessed March 17, 2023). The cover of the report reflects that the Social Capital Project is “[a] project of the Joint Economic Committee – Republicans.” 66. See, for example, Alan J. Hawkins, “Are Federally Supported Relationship Education Programs for Lower-Income Individuals and Couples Working? A Review of Evaluation Research,” American Enterprise Institute, September 2019, https://www. congress.gov/117/plaws/publ228/PLAW-117publ228.pdf (accessed March 17, 2023). 67. H.R. 8404, Respect for Marriage Act, Public Law No. 117-228, 117th Congress, December 13, 2022, https://www. congress.gov/117/plaws/publ228/PLAW-117publ228.pdf (accessed March 17, 2023). 68. Madison Marino, “Over 1,000 Safety Violations Mar Head Start. Children Deserve Better,” Heritage Foundation Commentary, November 10, 2022, https://www.heritage.org/education/commentary/over-1000-safety- violations-mar-head-start-children-deserve-better. 69. American Hospital Association v. Becerra, 596 U.S. ___ (2022), https://www.supremecourt.gov/ opinions/21pdf/20-1114_09m1.pdf (accessed March 17, 2023). 70. U.S. Department of the Treasury, Internal Revenue Service; U.S. Department of Labor, Employee Benefits Security Administration; and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, “Coverage of Certain Preventive Services Under the Affordable Care Act,” Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, Federal Register, Vol. 88, No. 22 (February 2, 2023), pp. 7236–7281, https://www. govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2023-02-02/pdf/2023-01981.pdf (accessed March 17, 2023). — 502 — Mandate for Leadership: The Conservative Promise 71. 42 U.S. Code § 238n, https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/42/238n (accessed March 17, 2023). 72. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration, “Early Childhood Health,” last reviewed October 2022, https://mchb.hrsa.gov/programs-impact/focus-areas/early- childhood-health (accessed March 17, 2023). 73. American Pregnancy Association, “Having a Doula—What Are the Benefits?” https://americanpregnancy. org/healthy-pregnancy/labor-and-birth/having-a-doula/#:~:text=Other%20studies%20have%20shown%20 that%20having%20a%20doula,massage%20to%20reduce%20stress%20and%20anxiety%20during%20labor (accessed March 17, 2023). 74. S. 2372, VA MISSION [Maintaining Internal Systems and Strengthening Integrated Outside Networks] Act of 2018, Public Law No. 115-182, 115th Congress, June 6, 2018, https://www.congress.gov/115/plaws/publ182/ PLAW-115publ182.pdf (accessed March 17, 2023). 75. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, “Securing Updated and Necessary Statutory Evaluations Timely,” Final Rule, Federal Register, Vol. 86, No. 11 (January 19, 2021), pp. 5694–5764, https://www.govinfo. gov/content/pkg/FR-2021-01-19/pdf/2021-00597.pdf (accessed March 22, 2023). 76. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of the Secretary, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health, “Compliance with Statutory Program Integrity Requirements,” Final Rule, Federal Register, Vol. 84, No. 42 (March 4, 2029), pp. 7714–7791, https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2019-03-04/pdf/2019-03461.pdf (accessed March 18, 2023). 77. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of the Secretary, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health, “Ensuring Access to Equitable, Affordable, Client-Centered, Quality Family Planning Services,” Final Rule, Federal Register, Vol. 86, No. 192 (October 7, 2021), pp. 56144–56180, https://www.govinfo.gov/content/ pkg/FR-2021-10-07/pdf/2021-21542.pdf (accessed March 18, 2023). 78. S. 624, Title X Abortion Provider Prohibition Act, 118th Congress, introduced March 2, 2023, https://www. congress.gov/118/bills/s624/BILLS-118s624is.pdf (accessed March 18, 2023). 79. 50 U.S. Code Chapter 55, https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/50/chapter-55 (accessed March 22, 2023). 80. 18 U.S. Code § 13, https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/18/13 (accessed March 18, 2023). 81. Bowen v. American Hospital Association, 476 U.S. 610 (1986), https://tile.loc.gov/storage-services/service/ll/ usrep/usrep476/usrep476610/usrep476610.pdf (accessed 22, 2023). 82. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of the Secretary, “Notification of Interpretation and Enforcement of Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972,” Federal Register, Vol. 86, No. 99 (May 25, 2021), pp. 27984–27985, https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR- 2021-05-25/pdf/2021-10477.pdf (accessed March 18, 2023). 83. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office for Civil Rights, “HHS Notice and Guidance on Gender Affirming Care, Civil Rights, and Patient Privacy,” March 2, 2022, https://www.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/hhs- ocr-notice-and-guidance-gender-affirming-care.pdf (accessed March 18, 2023). 84. Heckler v. Chaney, 420 U.S. 821 (1985), https://caselaw.findlaw.com/us-supreme-court/470/821.html (accessed March 18, 2022). 85. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office for Civil Rights, “Guidance to Nation’s Retail Pharmacies: Obligations Under Federal Civil Rights Laws to Ensure Access to Comprehensive Reproductive Health Care Services,” content last reviewed July 14, 2022, https://www.hhs.gov/civil-rights/for-individuals/ special-topics/reproductive-healthcare/pharmacies-guidance/index.html (accessed March 18, 2023). 86. H.R. 3103, “Health Insurance and Portability and Accountability Act of 1996, Public Law No. 104-191, 104th Congress, August 21, 1996, https://www.congress.gov/104/plaws/publ191/PLAW-104publ191.pdf (accessed March 18, 2023). 87. U.S. Department of Human Services, “HIPAA Privacy Rule and Disclosures of Information Relating to Reproductive Health Care,” content last reviewed June 29, 2022, (accessed March 18, 2023). See also “Protecting the Privacy and Security of Your Health Information When Using Your Personal Cell Phone or Tablet,” content last reviewed June 29, 2022, https://www.hhs.gov/hipaa/for-professionals/privacy/guidance/ cell-phone-hipaa/index.html (accessed March 18, 2023).

Department of Agriculture

Weak

Vector: 67%

Pages: 332-334AI Enhanced

AI Analysis:

"The bill addresses a narrow, temporary exemption for SNAP retailers during government shutdowns, while Project 2025's Agriculture section focuses on broad SNAP reforms such as reinstating work requirements, tightening eligibility, and moving oversight to HHS. There is only tangential overlap in that both concern SNAP and low-income families."

Key themes:SNAPfood assistancelow-income families

— 299 — Department of Agriculture largely hidden. There are means-tested food-support programs in the USDA (specially FNS), whereas most means-tested programs are at the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). All means-tested anti- poverty programs should be overseen by one department—specifically HHS, which handles most welfare programs. Reform SNAP. Ostensibly, SNAP sends money through electronic-bene- fit-transfer (EBT) cards to help “low-income” individuals buy food. It is the largest of the federal nutrition programs. Food stamps are designed to be supplemented by other forms of income—whether through paid employment or nonprofit support. SNAP serves 41.1 million individuals—an increase of 4.3 million people during the Biden years.55 In 2020, the food stamp program cost $79.1 billion. That number continued to rise—by 2022, outlays hit $119.5 billion.56 The next Administration should: l Re-implement work requirements. The statutory language covering food stamps allows states to waive work requirements that otherwise apply to work-capable individuals—that is, adult beneficiaries between the ages 18 and 50 who are not disabled and do not have any children or other dependents in the home.57 Even in a strong economy, work expectations are fairly limited: Individuals who are work-capable and without dependents are required to work or prepare for work for 20 hours per week.58 The work requirements are then implemented unless the state requests a waiver from the USDA’s Food and Nutrition Services.59 Waivers from statutory work requirements can be approved in two instances: an unemployment rate of more than 10 percent or a lack of sufficient jobs.60 The Trump Administration bolstered USDA work expectations in the food stamp program. In February 2019, FNS issued a modest regulatory change that applied only to able-bodied individuals without dependents— beneficiaries aged 18 to 49, not elderly or disabled, who did not have children or other dependents in the home (ABAWD).61 The FNS rule changed when a state could receive a waiver from implementing the ABAWD work requirement. Under the new rule, in order to waive the work requirement, the state’s unemployment rate had to be above 6 percent for more than 24 months. The rule also defined “area” in such a way that states would be unable to combine non-contiguous counties in order to maximize their waivers.62 Of — 300 — Mandate for Leadership: The Conservative Promise the more than 40 million food stamp beneficiaries, the Trump rule would have applied only to 688,000 individuals in fiscal year 2021.63 The Trump reform was scheduled to go into effect, but a D.C. district court federal judge enjoined the rule.64 The USDA filed an appeal in late December 2020,65 but the Biden Administration withdrew from defending the challenge, and the rule was never implemented.66 Beyond the able-bodied work requirement, FNS should implement better regulation to clarify options for states to implement the general work requirement. This requirement is an option states can apply to work- capable beneficiaries aged 16 to 59. If beneficiaries’ work hours are below 30 hours a week, states can implement the general work requirements to oblige beneficiaries to register for work or participate in SNAP Employment and Training or workfare assigned by the state SNAP agency.67 Increased clarity for states would include items like states being required to offer employment and training spots for those that request them—not simply budgeting for every currently enrolled able-bodied adult. l Reform broad-based categorical eligibility. Federal law permits states to enroll individuals in food stamps if they receive a benefit from another program, such as the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program. However, under an administrative option in TANF called broad- based categorical eligibility (BBCE), ”benefit” is defined so broadly that it includes simply receiving distributed pamphlets and 1–800 numbers.68 This definition, with its low threshold to trigger a “benefit,” allows individuals to bypass eligibility limits—particularly the asset requirement (how much the applicant has in resources, such as bank accounts or property).69 Adopting the BBCE option has even allowed millionaires to enroll in the food stamp program.70 The Trump Administration proposed to close the loophole with a rule to “increase program integrity and reduce fraud, waste, and abuse.”71 The regulation was not finalized before the end of the Trump Administration. l Re-evaluate the Thrifty Food Plan. In a dramatic overreach, the Biden Administration unilaterally increased food stamp benefits by at least 23 percent in October 2021.72 Through an update to the Thrifty Food Plan, in which the USDA analyzes a basket of foods intended to provide a nutritious diet, the USDA increased food stamp outlays by between $250 billion and $300 billion over 10 years.73

Department of Agriculture

Weak

Vector: 66%

Pages: 332-334AI Enhanced

AI Analysis:

"The bill provides temporary relief for SNAP retailers during government shutdowns, while Project 2025 seeks lasting SNAP reforms such as work requirements, eligibility tightening, and Thrifty Food Plan adjustments; they share only the SNAP program context."

Key themes:SNAPlow-income familiesfood assistance

— 300 — Mandate for Leadership: The Conservative Promise the more than 40 million food stamp beneficiaries, the Trump rule would have applied only to 688,000 individuals in fiscal year 2021.63 The Trump reform was scheduled to go into effect, but a D.C. district court federal judge enjoined the rule.64 The USDA filed an appeal in late December 2020,65 but the Biden Administration withdrew from defending the challenge, and the rule was never implemented.66 Beyond the able-bodied work requirement, FNS should implement better regulation to clarify options for states to implement the general work requirement. This requirement is an option states can apply to work- capable beneficiaries aged 16 to 59. If beneficiaries’ work hours are below 30 hours a week, states can implement the general work requirements to oblige beneficiaries to register for work or participate in SNAP Employment and Training or workfare assigned by the state SNAP agency.67 Increased clarity for states would include items like states being required to offer employment and training spots for those that request them—not simply budgeting for every currently enrolled able-bodied adult. l Reform broad-based categorical eligibility. Federal law permits states to enroll individuals in food stamps if they receive a benefit from another program, such as the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program. However, under an administrative option in TANF called broad- based categorical eligibility (BBCE), ”benefit” is defined so broadly that it includes simply receiving distributed pamphlets and 1–800 numbers.68 This definition, with its low threshold to trigger a “benefit,” allows individuals to bypass eligibility limits—particularly the asset requirement (how much the applicant has in resources, such as bank accounts or property).69 Adopting the BBCE option has even allowed millionaires to enroll in the food stamp program.70 The Trump Administration proposed to close the loophole with a rule to “increase program integrity and reduce fraud, waste, and abuse.”71 The regulation was not finalized before the end of the Trump Administration. l Re-evaluate the Thrifty Food Plan. In a dramatic overreach, the Biden Administration unilaterally increased food stamp benefits by at least 23 percent in October 2021.72 Through an update to the Thrifty Food Plan, in which the USDA analyzes a basket of foods intended to provide a nutritious diet, the USDA increased food stamp outlays by between $250 billion and $300 billion over 10 years.73 — 301 — Department of Agriculture Although the 2018 farm bill instructed FNS to update the Thrifty Food Plan by 2023 and every five years thereafter, every previous Thrifty Food Plan has been always cost-neutral (just an inflation update)—exactly what CBO estimated as cost of the 2018 farm bill.74 The Biden Administration may have skirted regulations and congressional authority to increase the overall cost of the program. In fact, Senate and House Republicans requested that the Government Accountability Office investigate the legal authorities and process that the USDA undertook to arrive at such an unprecedented increase.75 l Eliminate the heat-and-eat loophole. States can artificially boost a household’s food stamp benefit by using the heat-and-eat loophole. The amount of food stamps a household receives is based on its “countable” income (income minus certain deductions). Households that receive benefits from the Low-Income Heat and Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) are eligible for a larger utility deduction. In order to make households eligible for the higher deduction, and thus for greater food stamp benefits, states have distributed LIHEAP checks for amounts as small as $1 to food stamp recipients. The 2014 farm bill tightened this loophole by requiring that a household must receive more than $20 annually in LIHEAP payments to be eligible for the larger utility deduction and subsequently higher food stamp benefits.76 Nonetheless, states continue to inflate their standard utility allowances. Under the Trump Administration, the USDA proposed a rule, which was not finalized, that would have standardized the utility allowance.77 Reform WIC. Turning to WIC, this program distributes money through EBT cards to help low-income women, infants, and children under six purchase nutri- tion-rich foods and nutrition education (including breastfeeding support). As of August 2022, approximately 6.3 million people participated in WIC each month to purchase food.78 In 2021, WIC federal outlays were $5 billion.79 The next Administration should: l Reform the state voucher system. State agencies control WIC costs by approving only one brand of infant formula through competitive bidding for infant formula rebate contracts. Because 50 percent of baby formula is purchased through the federal WIC program, it is vital that regulation for these competitive bidding contracts does not unintentionally create monopolies.

Department of Agriculture

Weak

Vector: 66%

Pages: 332-334AI Enhanced

AI Analysis:

"The bill focuses on providing temporary SNAP-related relief during government shutdowns by allowing retail incentives, whereas Project 2025 seeks to tighten SNAP through work requirements and shift oversight to HHS. Both address SNAP but pursue opposing objectives, resulting in only weak thematic alignment."

Key themes:SNAPfood assistanceDepartment of Agriculture

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