Food Insecurity in the U.S. Military: Responses to Eight Topics Raised by Congress

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Abstract:

Food insecurity among service members and their families is a long-standing concern in the armed forces, in Congress, and among advocacy groups. The extent of the problem and whether any level of food insecurity is acceptable in the U.S. military are widely debated topics perhaps because a comprehensive analysis of the problem has yet to be conducted.

Author(s):
Asch, Beth J. ; Rennane, Stephanie ; , ; Trail, Thomas E. ; Berdie, Lisa ; , ; Ward, Jason M. ; Troyander, Dina ; Gadwah-meaden, Catria
Author Organization(s):
RAND CORP SANTA MONICA CA
Funding Organization(s):
OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF DEFENSE WASHINGTON DC, WASHINGTON DC , DC
Document Type:
Technical Report/Research Note
Publication Date:
2023 Jan 04
Pagination:
8

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution Code:
A - Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement: Public Release

RECORD

Collection: TRECMS
Identifying Numbers
Contract Number(s):
FA7014-16-D-1000
Subject Terms
Communities of Interest:
No COI(s) Identified
Keyword(s):
snap(Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), bah(basic allowance for housing)
Subject Categories:
Behavioral and Social Sciences; Biological and Medical Sciences
Creation Date:
2023 Jan 19
Update Date:
2023 Mar 01