Historically, Democrats and Republicans in Congress have worked together on nutrition assistance, and, in particular, the U.S. Farm Bill, to ensure SNAP food benefits are available for low-income people in need. But with far-right extremists seemingly calling the shots in the House, even nutrition programs are under attack.

The Farm Bill is normally reauthorized every five years. It includes supports for farmers, conservation measures, assistance for rural areas, and vital nutrition programs―and could be a chance to build a more resilient, equitable, and sustainable food and farm system, and meaningfully support workers and the next generation of farmers. The process has been stalled, and now Congressional leaders are looking to pass a Farm Bill before the end of this calendar year.

One of the biggest points of contention is funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program—SNAP. The House version of the bill that passed out of the Agriculture Committee earlier this year calls for a $30 billion cut to SNAP over the next decade.

No one should go hungry in the richest country in the world. Instead of implementing punitive funding cuts, Congress must work together and use the Farm Bill as a vehicle to protect and improve access to SNAP and other nutrition programs. They can focus on equitable access and program administration while increasing SNAP’s purchasing power.

Add your name to demand Congress work to protect and strengthen SNAP―don’t rush to pass a Farm Bill that takes food assistance away from people.