Feed Our Families Act of 2025

# Feed Our Families Act of 2025 - Plain Language Summary **What the bill does:** This bill would ensure that federal food assistance programs continue operating during government funding lapses. Specifically, it would provide emergency funding for up to 90 days if Congress fails to pass a regular budget and discretionary spending authority expires. The bill focuses on programs authorized under the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008, most notably SNAP (commonly known as food stamps), which helps low-income individuals and families purchase groceries. **Who it affects:** The bill primarily protects millions of Americans who rely on federal food assistance programs. During a government shutdown or funding lapse, these programs typically cannot distribute benefits to recipients, which can create immediate hardship.

This bill would also affect state administrators who manage these programs and retailers who accept SNAP benefits. **Current status:** The bill is currently in committee (as of the 119th Congress), meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been voted on by the full House. The bill was sponsored by Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes, a Democrat from Ohio.