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Gov. Abbott Vetoes the $60 Million that Would Launch Summer Food Assistance Program

  • In June 2025, Governor Greg Abbott rejected a $60 million allocation intended to support a summer meal program for low-income children in Texas, citing uncertainties surrounding federal funding.
  • Abbott cited significant uncertainty about federal matching rates and potential long-term state costs as reasons for his veto, stating the Legislature can reconsider funding once clarity improves.
  • The $60 million allocation would have allowed Texas to join a federally established summer food assistance initiative that offers $120 per child to support families during the months when school meals are not available.
  • Advocates say nearly 3.8 million children in Texas are eligible for the program, which was projected to secure around $450 million in federal funding, while local nonprofits report that demand for their services has tripled amid rising food insecurity.
  • The veto will delay Texas' participation in Summer EBT and may increase summer hunger risks, though Abbott did not exclude future state involvement and lawmakers may revisit the issue.
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NJ Spotlight News broke the news in on Monday, June 23, 2025.
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