H.R. 293
HouseReaffirming the importance of the United States-Republic of Korea alliance.
Sponsor: Rep. Young Kim (R-CA)
The House of Representatives has passed this bill. It now moves to the Senate.
In brief
This bill adds maple syrup to the list of eligible foods under the Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP). By including this product, the Department of Agriculture would allow low-income seniors to use program vouchers or coupons to purchase locally-produced maple syrup at farmers' markets, roadside stands, and community-supported agriculture programs. Currently, the program limits purchases to fresh fruits, vegetables, herbs, and honey. Introduced by Rep. Nicholas Langworthy (R-NY), the legislation is currently under consideration by the House Committee on Agriculture.
Votes recorded
Tallies as reported by the House Clerk and the Senate. Individual member votes are available on the linked source page.
Timeline
Every recorded action, oldest first.
February 11, 2025 · House
Passed the House
The House passed H.R. 293 on February 11, 2025, by a 220-198 vote, seeking to ban VA resources from being used for undocumented immigrants.
Passed 220-198
Next: Awaits introduction or referral in the Senate.
SourceFebruary 14, 2025 · House
Passed the House
The House passed H.R. 293, a resolution reaffirming the importance of the U.S.-South Korea alliance for regional security and prosperity.
Passed 411-2
Next: Referred to the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations.
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