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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Josh Marcus

Outrage as Iowa Republicans want to ban food stamp users from buying sliced cheese, white rice, or fresh meats

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A controversial new proposal from Iowa Republicans would drastically limit which foods recipients of the SNAP food aid programme are able to purchase, slashing kitchen staples like fresh meats, pasta sauce, and even flour.

Critics say House File 3, introduced by the Iowa GOP last week and co-sponsored by nearly legislators, will hit low-income people, disabled people, and seniors who rely on SNAP to meet their food needs.

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