Proposed Cuts to SNAP Could Deepen Food Insecurity

Montana Food Bank Network (MFBN) is deeply concerned by the proposed budget reconciliation bill, which would significantly weaken the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) — a lifeline for thousands of Montanans and millions of Americans.

As Montana’s only statewide food bank, we witness the reality of hunger every day through our network of 330 partners across the state, who have reported an 11.9% increase in the need for food assistance. MFBN sees firsthand the critical role SNAP plays in keeping families fed, small businesses afloat, and rural communities strong. In 2024 alone, S...