ALICE Advocate - November 11, 2025 Edition

 

SNAP Funding Updates 

Overnight, the U.S. Senate passed a measure to reopen the federal government and continue funding for SNAP. The House is expected to approve the same package this week, ensuring SNAP benefits are fully funded for December and the year ahead — welcome news for Connecticut families. 

However, many households are still struggling to access enough food right now. If you can, join us in Hartford tomorrow and Thursday to meet with legislators during the special session and urge action to strengthen food security. 

Email tida.infahsaeng@unitedwaycwc.org if you are interested in joining us at the Capitol.
 

UWCWC’s Response: Share the Table Connecticut 

Tens of thousands of households across Connecticut are still at risk of losing SNAP benefits because of changes passed earlier this year in HR 1. These changes limited eligibility and reduced benefit amounts for many working families, older adults, and caregivers. 

We’ve launched Share the Table Connecticut, a rapid-response food drive and fundraiser supporting families facing food insecurity during the SNAP crisis. 

How you can help: 

  1. Support the ALICE Fund – Provide direct financial assistance to families affected by SNAP delays or cuts.
  2. Collect Food – Host a neighborhood or workplace food drive; we’ll connect you with a nearby pantry and provide all materials. 

Find the campaign toolkit, flyers, and social posts here → communications toolkit 

For additional support and food assistance during this period, see Share the Table CT community resource listings. 

Updates from Hartford 

Governor Lamont has called the Connecticut General Assembly into a special session November 12-13th, to address several urgent issues. Lawmakers will consider adjustments to the state’s Budget Reserve Fund, new measures to reduce costs for working families, and funding to stabilize Waterbury Hospital. The session will also take up housing legislation focused on incentivizing local and regional housing growth plans, as well as proposals related to immigration and food assistance in response to ongoing economic and federal funding challenges. 

All press events and sessions can be viewed on CT-N or each Committee’s YouTube channel. Full CT CGA calendar is available online here. 

UPCOMING EVENTS

Commission on Women, Children, Seniors, Equity & Opportunity (CWCSEO) Listening Session 

Wednesday, November 12th, 6-8 pm, Stamford Government Center, 888 Washington Blvd

Join the Commission on Women, Children, Seniors, Equity & Opportunity (CWCSEO) for a community listening session in Stamford. Share about the issues impacting you and your community to help shape our legislative policy work, priorities, programs, and events. Your input ensures that the voices of Connecticut residents remain at the center of CWCSEO’s work. 📝 Sign Up Today.

Connecticut Affordable Housing Conference 2025 

November 17-18th (virtual)

The Partnership for Strong Communities is hosting a free, virtual conference focused on expanding housing affordability, choice, and stability in Connecticut. Sessions for advocates, policymakers, providers, and the public will highlight strategies to ensure everyone has a safe, stable, affordable home. 📝 Register here.

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Have questions? Visit www.unitedwaycwc.org/advocate or contact Tida Infahsaeng at tida.infahsaeng@unitedwaycwc.org.