$17.8 million in food funding for Austin-area kids is on the line when the Legislature convenes - Austin Monitor
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from Austin Monitor3 weeks ago
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission missed the Jan. 1 deadline to inform the USDA about its intent to participate in the Summer EBT program.
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USDA aims to assist all eligible children to access Summer EBT, stating it will consider waivers for states that miss deadlines.
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Texas Health and Human Services has not made a conclusive statement regarding its participation in the Summer EBT program, leaving advocates concerned.
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Celia Cole, CEO of Feeding Texas, emphasized that swift action by the Texas Legislature is crucial for providing necessary funding to implement Summer EBT.
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