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Council declares November 2025 hunger and homelessness awareness month; advocates warn SNAP disruptions will increase need
Summary
Philadelphia City Council adopted a privileged resolution recognizing November 2025 as Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Month. During public comment multiple advocates warned that a federal SNAP benefit pause and broader affordability pressures will increase demand for food and shelter services and urged the city and state to act.
Philadelphia City Council on Oct. 30 adopted a privileged resolution recognizing November 2025 as Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Month. The resolution, introduced by Councilmember Rue Landau (co‑introduced by Councilmembers Jeffrey J. Young and Jamie Gauthier), was placed on the final‑passage calendar and adopted by voice vote during the session.
During the public‑comment period several advocates and service providers urged action and warned of an intensifying…
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