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Temporary Food Assistance (House)

The TEMP Act would provide temporary food assistance to help families during times of economic hardship or natural disasters.

Call your repHR 7464Introduced 2/10/2026Source

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Could provide emergency food support to Houston families during hurricanes and other crises.

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Introduced

February 10, 2026

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Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.

February 10, 2026

Topics

Sustainable Agriculture·Local Food Systems·Environmental Education·Food Waste Reduction

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