Louisiana HCR 36: SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates March 27, 2024, as "Anti-Hunger Day" in Louisiana

Bill Text

ENROLLED
2024 Regular Session
HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 36
BY REPRESENTATIVE DAVIS
A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
To designate Wednesday, March 27, 2024, as "Anti-Hunger Day" in Louisiana.
WHEREAS, hunger and food insecurity affect more than 380,000 households in
Louisiana, impacting individuals and families regardless of age, race, or background; and
WHEREAS, Louisiana has the country's second-highest rate of child poverty, with
more than 234,000 food-insecure children; Louisiana's rate of food insecurity among seniors
is 4.8%, which is the highest in the country; childhood and senior hunger are of particular
concern in Louisiana, with many children and elderly citizens facing daily challenges in
accessing nutritious meals, which are essential for healthy development in children and for
maintaining the health and well-being of seniors; and
WHEREAS, Feeding Louisiana has demonstrated outstanding leadership and
commitment in the fight against hunger, working in collaboration with a network of food
banks and partners across the state to distribute food, support nutrition programs, and
advocate for policies that reduce hunger and improve food security; and
WHEREAS, the efforts of Feeding Louisiana and its partners are vital in addressing
not just the symptoms but the root causes of hunger, making a tangible difference in the lives
of countless Louisianans by ensuring access to healthy food for vulnerable children and
seniors among others; and
WHEREAS, despite the significant contributions of Feeding Louisiana, local
organizations, food banks, charities, schools, and community groups, the need for food and
support in our communities continues to grow, highlighting the importance of statewide
awareness, collaboration, and action to address this issue; and
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HCR NO. 36 ENROLLED
WHEREAS, the declaration of an Anti-Hunger Day in Louisiana serves as a
powerful statement of our collective commitment to end hunger, raise awareness about the
issue and the ways in which every citizen can contribute to the fight against it, and
strengthen the bonds of community and compassion that define our state.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Legislature of Louisiana does hereby
designate Wednesday, March 27, 2024, as "Anti-Hunger Day" in Louisiana; does hereby
extend heartfelt gratitude to Feeding Louisiana for its leadership and tireless efforts in the
fight against hunger; does hereby recognize the critical importance of the work to address
childhood and senior hunger; and does hereby encourage all citizens, businesses, schools,
and organizations in Louisiana to observe Anti-Hunger Day by participating in or supporting
activities and initiatives aimed at reducing hunger and improving food security in the
community.
SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
PRESIDENT OF THE SENATE
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