SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) - Two local organizations are expressing concern over the potential impact of $186 billion in cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) over the next decade.

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The cuts, attributed to President Trump's policies under the 'Big Beautiful Bill,' threaten to undermine efforts to combat food insecurity in the region.

Elizabeth O'Gilvie, who is involved with the Springfield Food Policy Council and Gardening the Community, warns that these reductions could jeopardize her farm's operations and hinder clients' access to fresh produce.

"When families lose that benefit, they will not have the money to shop in the stores. And many of our neighborhoods, most of them in Springfield, are already

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