Missouri Republicans in State Government Rush to Deliver $14 Million to Seniors in Need
The Missouri House Budget Committee has endorsed a $14 million mid-year spending adjustment for the state’s senior meals program, impacting 250,000 seniors. This action comes at a time when Republicans in Washington are signaling cuts to federal programs supporting older adults.
The funding boost comes as a response to the looming end of money that provides free midday meals to Missouri seniors, with the national Meals on Wheels America warning that a budget bill approved by the U.S. House could further jeopardize the program. This move by Missouri Republicans diverges from the cost-cutting lead of President Donald Trump’s adviser Elon Musk.
The Missouri Area Agencies on Aging already have federal funds to sustain the program, but legislative approval is required for the state to use the money. Without the additional funds, services for seniors such as meals and in-home care could be compromised in the upcoming months.
The House budget panel’s approval is part of an almost $2 billion mid-year adjustment that also includes funding for health insurance programs, public schools, and summer food assistance. The next step is debate in the full House, followed by the Senate.
The urgency of the situation was highlighted by aging agencies, warning that delays in legislative action could have devastating consequences for seniors in need. This funding boost aims to ensure that essential services provided to older adults can continue uninterrupted and support their independence and dignity.
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