North Tulsa Today

Congressman Josh Brecheen, representing Oklahoma's 2nd district, has been active on social media discussing legislative initiatives and his performance as a member of Congress. His recent tweets highlight efforts to address public health concerns and fiscal responsibility.

On December 4, 2024, Congressman Brecheen announced plans to reintroduce the Healthy SNAP Act in the upcoming year. He stated, "That’s why our office is planning on reintroducing the Healthy SNAP Act next year to address the obesity epidemic and rein in reckless spending. American taxpayer dollars should not be spent on junk foods that provide no nutritional value to our citizens." This initiative aims to combat obesity and reduce unnecessary expenditure by restricting the purchase of non-nutritious foods with SNAP benefits.

The following day, December 5, 2024, Brecheen emphasized the impact of SNAP spending on public health issues. He tweeted that "20% of all SNAP spending goes towards junk foods that are massively contributing to America’s public health crisis. It’s time to Make America Healthy Again!" This statement underscores his commitment to promoting healthier food choices among recipients of government assistance programs.

Later on December 5, Brecheen shared information about his ranking among conservative organizations evaluating congressional voting records. He noted, "Below is a chart showing the top conservative organizations that are used to grade members based on their voting record. Our office was ranked #3 out of all 535 members in both the House and Senate." This recognition reflects his alignment with conservative values within legislative processes.