Summary
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has decided to stop its annual survey that tracks food insecurity, which is the difficulty some families face in getting enough food. This decision follows a new law that changes requirements for food assistance, potentially affecting 2.4 million people.
Key Facts
- The USDA announced it will end its yearly food insecurity survey.
- This survey has been conducted for 30 years and helps shape policies on hunger.
- The decision comes after a new law affecting food assistance requirements was signed.
- An estimated 2.4 million people may lose food aid due to these new requirements.
- In 2023, about 47.4 million people lived in food-insecure households, including nearly 14 million children.
- Last year's report showed the highest food insecurity rates since 2014.
- Experts argue that the survey is crucial for understanding and addressing food insecurity.
- The final survey report, covering 2024 data, will be released on October 22.
