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Trone Addresses Rural Families’ Hunger

October 7th, 2021 by WCBC Radio

To address food insecurity and recognize Hunger Action Month, Congressman David Trone (MD-06) hosted a roundtable discussion with experts on preventing hunger in Maryland's Sixth District. During the roundtable, the group discussed SNAP benefits, racial inequities, the Child Tax Credit, accurate data sharing, and how the pandemic has increased the rate of food insecurity. Congressman Trone said there are true hunger emergencies with families all across the state- but in particular, rural Maryland…