RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - About 5 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 30, the Interim Finance Committee approved funding for two assistance programs.

Nevada food banks will receive $30 million. In addition, $200,000 will go to mobilize active duty Nevada National Guard members to assist with food distribution.

The chief executive officer of Three Square food bank in Las Vegas said even with additional funding, it could take more than three months for the community to see the benefits.

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