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WA Rep Jayapal: Inspired by Seattle Program, Jayapal Bill Would Help US Families Buy Fruits and Veggies
https://www.commondreams.org/news/us-food-assistanceInspired by Seattle Program, Jayapal Bill Would Help US Families Buy Fruits and Veggies
As families struggle to keep food on the table, Congress must prioritize work on efforts to lower costs and help Americans stay afloat,” said the Washington Democrat.
JESSICA CORBETT
Jul 02, 2026
As Americans face rising grocery prices under President Donald Trump and rally behind progressive policies and primary candidates, US Rep. Pramila Jayapal on Thursday introduced a bill that shows what kind of proposals could become reality with more Democrats like her in Congress.
Inspired by a program in her own district in Washington state, the chair emerita of the Congressional Progressive Caucus introduced the Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act, which would create a pilot program at the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) that gives households earning 80% or less of their area’s median income $60 per month to buy fruits and vegetables.
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