To provide supplemental appropriations to carry out the emergency food assistance program under the Emergency Food Assistance Act of 1983 in the event of a lapse in funding for the supplemental nutrition assistance program under the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008.
In Committee
Introduced:Nov 21, 2025
Primary Sponsor
Max Leonard Miller
Representative
Republican
OH-7
Cosponsors
29
Quick Stats
Policy Area
Agriculture and Food
Summary
This bill provides emergency funding to support food banks and food assistance programs in the event that the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) loses its funding. This would ensure that low-income families can still access emergency food aid even if SNAP benefits are disrupted.
Latest Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on General Farm Commodities, Risk Management, and Credit.
AI Summary
Plain-English explanation of this bill
This bill provides emergency funding to support food banks and food assistance programs in the event that the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) loses its funding. This would ensure that low-income families can still access emergency food aid even if SNAP benefits are disrupted.
Last updated: 12/29/2025
Official Summary
Congressional Research Service summary
<p><strong>Farm to Fly Act of 2023</strong></p><p>This bill directs the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to integrate the advancement of sustainable aviation fuels into its programs.</p><p>Specifically, this bill includes sustainable aviation fuel as an advanced biofuel for the purposes of several USDA bioenergy programs that primarily provide support and incentives for renewable energy projects.</p><p>For purposes of these programs, the bill defines <em>sustainable aviation fuel</em> as liquid fuel, the portion of which is not kerosene, which (1) meets specific international standards, (2) is not derived from coprocessing specific materials (e.g., triglycerides) with a non-biomass feedstock, (3) is not derived from palm fatty acid distillates or petroleum, and (4) is certified as having a lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions reduction percentage of at least 50% compared with petroleum-based jet fuel (based on specific standards and agreements).</p><p>In addition, the bill specifically includes fostering and advancing sustainable aviation fuels as part of the Biorefinery, Renewable Chemical, and Biobased Product Manufacturing Assistance Program.</p><p>Further, USDA must carry out a comprehensive and integrated pursuit of all USDA mission areas for the advancement of sustainable aviation fuels, including through</p><ul><li>the identification of opportunities to maximize the development and commercialization of the fuels,</li><li>supporting rural economic development through improved sustainability for aviation, and</li><li>advancing public-private partnerships.</li></ul>
Key Points
Main provisions of the bill
Appropriates $462.5 million to fund the Emergency Food Assistance Program if SNAP funding lapses
Allows the emergency food funds to be used during a lapse in SNAP appropriations
Designates services to distribute the emergency food aid as essential, exempting them from federal employee furloughs
How This Impacts Americans
Potential effects on citizens and communities
This bill would primarily benefit low-income households who rely on SNAP and food banks for food assistance. If SNAP funding is disrupted, this emergency food aid would help ensure these families can still access meals and prevent increases in food insecurity and hunger. Food banks and pantries would also benefit by receiving additional resources to meet higher demand.
Policy Areas
Primary Policy Area
Agriculture and Food
Related Subjects
Air quality
Alternative and renewable resources
Aviation and airports
Climate change and greenhouse gases
Energy efficiency and conservation
Manufacturing
Motor fuels
Scope & Jurisdiction
Jurisdiction Level
federal
Congressional Session
119th Congress
Citation Reference
6271, 119th Congress (2025). "To provide supplemental appropriations to carry out the emergency food assistance program under the Emergency Food Assistance Act of 1983 in the event of a lapse in funding for the supplemental nutrition assistance program under the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hr-6271
