Mississippi Legislative Black Caucus Urges Governor to Act to Protect SNAP Recipients
- MLBC
- Oct 29
- 1 min read
Today, the Mississippi Legislative Black Caucus formally requested that Governor Tate Reeves explore all possible options to ensure that families relying on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) do not face interruptions in their benefits.
In a letter sent to the Governor, MLBC Chairman Rep. Kabir Karriem urged immediate action to protect the more than 400,000 Mississippians—including children, seniors, and working families—who depend on SNAP to meet basic nutritional needs. The letter calls for consideration of either a state of emergency declaration or a special session of the Legislature to prevent gaps in access to food assistance.
“Ensuring that no Mississippian faces hunger due to administrative delays or funding gaps must be a top priority,” said Chairman Karriem. “We’re asking the Governor to use every tool available to protect our most vulnerable residents.”
The Mississippi Legislative Black Caucus remains committed to advocating for policies that protect families, strengthen communities, and uphold the dignity of every Mississippian.
Read the full letter here:
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