ST. PAUL, Minn. — Gov. Tim Walz has issued an executive order to develop a Veteran Food Pantry Network across Minnesota. Walz said this initiative aims to provide essential food support to veterans, service members, and their families. “Our veterans have sacrificed their health, safety, and personal freedoms in service to our country. Yet, here at home, many are left struggling to put food on the table,” Walz said. The Minnesota Department of Veteran Affairs (MDVA) will coordinate the network to ensure efficient access to food. The United States Department of Veterans Affairs reports that 13 percent of veterans in VA health care experience food insecurity, highlighting the need for local support. Walz emphasized Minnesota's commitment to veterans, stating the networ

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