Consistently heightened food insecurity in Iowa has put growing pressure and strain on food banks and pantries across the state.
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Cedar Rapids, Iowa City and Marion schools are among 38 grant recipients under the $900K program, created by Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds after she rejected $29 million in federal funding.
Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen reversed course Monday and announced that the state will accept roughly $18 million in federal funding to help feed hungry children over the summer break.
The governor heard from groups requesting additional tax cuts, as well as support for child care, apprenticeships and mental health services during a public hearing Wednesday.
Thousands of Iowa families will receive $120 in food assistance to cover the past summer months as part of the Pandemic Electronic Benefits Transfer federal program.
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