Food access funding (Market Match, CalFresh Healthy Living, Immigrant Food Justice)
East Los Angeles
Summary
Advocates asked for $37 million in food programs; the CEO recommended zero new funding, pointing to possible state money and existing funding through June 2027. Speakers warned residents are already losing benefits under federal HR 1 cuts.
At a glance
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- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Jun 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
$37 million requested; none recommended in this phase.
Food-insecure residents, farmers market vendors, and local farms if funded.
Residents losing SNAP/CalFresh benefits amid federal cuts, per testimony.
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