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Rep. Bishop: Shutdown Threatens Healthcare and Food Security

10/24/2025

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U.S. Rep. Sanford Bishop Jr. criticized Republicans for failing to negotiate during the federal government shutdown, now over three weeks.
He warned the delay harms healthcare by risking enhanced tax credits under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), affecting 24 million people.
Additionally, more than 687,000 Georgia households face SNAP disruptions if the shutdown continues, prompting food banks to prepare for increased demand.

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U.S. Rep. Sanford Bishop Jr. criticized Republicans for failing to negotiate during the federal government shutdown, now over three weeks.
He warned the delay harms healthcare by risking enhanced tax credits under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), affecting 24 million people.
Additionally, more than 687,000 Georgia households face SNAP disruptions if the shutdown continues, prompting food banks to prepare for increased demand.