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Coughlin spearheads legislation to fight food insecurity
Clip: 2/14/2022 | 4m 27sVideo has Closed Captions
Lawmakers consider package of 10 bills. Advocates say issue is urgent in high-cost NJ
New Jersey lawmakers are considering a 10-bill legislative package aimed at fighting food insecurity. It includes measures that would expand access to free meals in schools and increase eligibility for SNAP benefits. A vote is expected to take place on the legislative package later this month.
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Coughlin spearheads legislation to fight food insecurity
Clip: 2/14/2022 | 4m 27sVideo has Closed Captions
New Jersey lawmakers are considering a 10-bill legislative package aimed at fighting food insecurity. It includes measures that would expand access to free meals in schools and increase eligibility for SNAP benefits. A vote is expected to take place on the legislative package later this month.
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