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Collins, Sullivan break with Senate GOP leaders on amendment to reverse SNAP cuts

Source: The Hill April 22, 2026 at 11:15 PM (8 hours ago) Maine Senate Race

Senate Republicans defeated a Democratic amendment to reverse $187 billion in SNAP cuts, though vulnerable GOP senators Susan Collins (Maine) and Dan Sullivan (Alaska) broke ranks to support it. The amendment sought to create a reserve fund to lower grocery costs but fell short of the votes needed to pass. Collins and Sullivan's opposition to their party leadership highlights growing Republican divisions over nutrition assistance spending.

Key Points

  • Collins and Sullivan voted against GOP leadership on SNAP restoration amendment
  • Democratic amendment to reverse $187 billion in nutrition assistance cuts was defeated
  • Vote reflects tension within Republican caucus over food assistance policy