MEDIA CONTACT
Jordan Baker
jbaker@frac.org
980-290-7282
On The Hill
The Universal School Meals Program Act of 2026 would ensure that all children nationwide have access to the nutrition they need for their health and learning by allowing all schools to offer meals to all their students at no charge. FRAC urges Members of Congress to co-sponsor the bill.
In the Spotlight
The far-reaching consequences of H.R. 1 will be felt in every corner of the country.
Although the fallout will be local, the design is federal. Despite strong opposition from governors, advocates, and public health leaders, this law shifts financial and administrative responsibility for SNAP to states and localities — while restricting eligibility, expanding time limits, and eliminating core nutrition education programs.
Learn how the impacts of H.R. 1 will be felt throughout your community.
SNAP Choice
Restricting food choice with ANAP ignores the root causes of poor nutrition. These mandates create costly administrative hurdles for states and retailers while fueling stigma at the checkout line.
Learn why policing food purchases fails to solve benefit inadequacy.
Visit our SNAP Choice page for state map, policy briefs, and expert analysis.
Story Ideas
2026 Editorial Calenadar
Take a look at what’s ahead this year in our editorial calendar.
Trends in WIC State Participation
WIC participation in your state by viewing our state-by-state fact sheets.
House Spending Bill Cuts WIC
A new bill could change how the WIC program serves women and young children across the country.
FRAC Says 'No' to House Ag Farm Bill
House Agriculture Committee Farm Bill fails to reverse the unprecedented $187 billion in SNAP cuts enacted by H.R. 1. Read our statement.
FRAC Urges Congress to Reinstate Food Security Report
The latest Household Food Security report has been the gold standard for understanding the struggle that millions of families face to put food on the table.
Groups Ask Congress to Reverse SNAP Cuts
Nearly 1,500 groups are urging Congress to pass the Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025.
Understanding the Impact of SNAP Cuts on Free School Meals
State-by-state and congressional district fact sheets show the powerful reach of community eligibility.
Budget Reconciliation Bill Squeezes State Finances
Learn how the new federal shifts could upend your state’s budget strategy.
MAHA Report Ignores Impact of Hunger on Children’s Health
Hunger must be addressed as a public health crisis.
Want to talk to a local expert?
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