From Community Refugee and Immigration Services
As a result of recent federal legislation, refugees and documented immigrants who have been in the U.S. less than five years are losing their eligibility for SNAP benefits, a critical safety net and stepping stone towards self-sufficiency as they build new lives.
Consider contacting Governor DeWine’s office today to urge him to protect SNAP benefits in Ohio.
According to the One Big Beautiful Bill legislation mandating cuts to SNAP benefits, the execution of these cuts is under the interpretation of each state. Legislators in the state of Ohio can decide to interpret these SNAP cuts more narrowly, ensuring that the most vulnerable continue to receive temporary food support in order to continue steps towards self-sufficiency. As a resident of Ohio and a neighbor to people facing food insecurity, use your voice to advocate for food justice by contacting your local legislators and calling Governor Dewine’s office. Below is a sample script of a voicemail or written message you can use.
Sample Advocacy Message
“Hello, my name is [Your Name] and I am an Ohio resident. I am calling/writing Governor DeWine to protect food security for my refugee and immigrant neighbors in Ohio.
I am calling on you to allocate the necessary state funding to cover the costs of and to fully utilize all state flexibilities to protect SNAP benefits for our most vulnerable residents. This decision is a reflection of Ohio’s values, and Ohio welcomes refugees and immigrants because they make our state great.
Please do not balance the state budget on the backs of hungry families. Thank you.”
Governor Mike Dewine
Riffe Center, 30th Floor
77 South High Street
Columbus, OH 43215-6117
(614) 644-4357
https://governor.ohio.gov/contact/contact-us
For more information, visit CRIS at https://www.crisohio.org/neighbors-in-need
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