House Resolution 173 Alabama 2026 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Laura HallRepresentative

Democrat

Session

2026 Regular Session

Title

State Legislature urged to address food insecurity and expand SNAP eligibility in state

Summary

HR173 is a House resolution that urges Alabama lawmakers to address food insecurity and expand SNAP eligibility, with a set of policy recommendations to improve nutrition access and support Black farmers.

What This Bill Does

This resolution asks the Legislature to take specific actions to improve food access, including strengthening SNAP eligibility, expanding nutrition incentive programs, accepting Summer EBT, and supporting Black farmers and community food networks. It calls for school-based and community garden initiatives, and the creation of a Food Security & Equity Task Force to monitor progress and accountability. It does not by itself create new laws, but signals priorities for potential legislation.

Who It Affects

• Alabama residents facing food insecurity and low income who would gain improved SNAP access, nutrition incentives, and school meals
• Black farmers and rural/underserved communities facing barriers to land, credit, procurement, and food access

Key Provisions

• Strengthen SNAP access and eligibility by maintaining broad-based eligibility, raising income thresholds, and reducing administrative barriers.
• Invest in expanding nutrition incentive programs such as Double Bucks, Fresh Access Bucks, or Healthy Bucks to boost fresh produce access and support local farms.
• Accept Summer EBT funds to reduce childhood hunger, boost the local economy, and improve health and academic outcomes.
• Support Black farmers by expanding equitable access to land, credit, procurement opportunities, and heirs' property resolution support.
• Build sustainable food networks, improve infrastructure in rural and underserved areas, and coordinate disaster nutrition programs.
• Incentivize community and school-based gardens to enhance public health and wellness, benefit the local economy, and provide opportunities.
• Pass and fund Healthy School Meals for All legislation to provide breakfast and lunch to all students at no cost.
• Establish a Food Security & Equity Task Force to monitor progress and ensure accountability.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 25, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions