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This resolution encourages the United States Congress to adopt legislation that would modify the eligibility requirements for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) for college students. Currently, students enrolled in higher education institutions are generally ineligible for SNAP benefits unless they meet specific exemptions, such as working at least 20 hours per week in paid employment. The resolution argues that many students contribute meaningfully to their campus communities through unpaid activities and should be eligible for SNAP benefits. Specifically, the resolution calls for the U.S. Department of Agriculture to expand the employment exemption to include unpaid work such as research assistantships, teaching assistantships, student organization work, volunteer and community service hours, and work as student ambassadors. The resolution also directs the House of Representatives Clerk to distribute copies of this resolution to the U.S. Congress, highlighting the intent to support college students' nutritional needs by broadening SNAP eligibility criteria.

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https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/70387