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        <text><![CDATA[ <p><b>Removing Barriers to SNAP Act</b></p> <p>This bill repeals provisions relating to the denial of benefits under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, formerly known as the food stamp program) to individuals with certain drug-related convictions. </p>]]></text>
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