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The community groups are calling for a tax on sugary drinks to provide dollars to more dollars to close the hunger gap in Rhode Island. The RI FoodBank reported earlier this year that hunger in the state has hit the depths of The Great Depression.
“The groundswell of support to help Rhode Island SNAP recipients expand their purchasing power has been amazing, as demonstrated by this evening’s hearing,” said Dr. Amy Nunn, Executive Director of the Rhode Island Public Health Institute, which is leading the NourishRI Coalition. “With one in four people in our state not knowing where their next meal may come from, Rhode Islanders know this important legislation will help alleviate food insecurity among our most vulnerable populations.”  ....

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