Kotek frees up $5 million in emergency aid for food banks

Just days before SNAP benefits are set to be cut off, the governor provides modest relief.

By Khushboo Rathore

Oregon Journalism Project

On Wednesday evening, two days before the looming federal food stamps cutoff, Gov. Tina Kotek declared a 60-day food security emergency and directed the Oregon Department of Human Services to provide $5 million to food banks around the state.  

Tina Kotek campaigns prior to the 2022 election.
— Photo courtesy of Brian Brose
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