LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN)—A year after H.R. 1, known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” led to new work requirements and eligibility restrictions for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program in Nebraska, advocates say food insecurity is nearing a crisis point.
Nebraska Appleseed hosted a virtual roundtable Tuesday with food banks and other organizations to discuss concerns over rising food insecurity across the state. The event brought together advocates working on food access and Nebraskans directly affected by the changes, who shared personal stories of struggle.
Joan Jakoubek, a Navy veteran and mother of two, said she relies on food pantries and housing through the VA but still struggles to afford groceries…