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SNAP benefits could be lost Nov.1
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As millions of Americans prepare to lose SNAP benefits, some states are moving to bridge the gap
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program — more commonly known as SNAP, or food stamps — is a key benefits program that serves more than 40 million people across the country. Now, the shutdown is threatening to suspend benefits, raising concerns over where millions of people who rely on the program will turn to for food.
With SNAP benefits expected to freeze Saturday due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, food banks are preparing for a sharp rise families needing help.
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser (D) on Thursday said the city will fund the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and the separate program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) for the month of November amid the government shutdown.
More than 30% of households in several Kentucky counties receive SNAP benefits. Here's what to know as a cutoff is expected to begin Nov. 1.
Woodfin's 3-part plan includes community food drive and resource hub to help families affected by federal benefit expiration on Nov. 1.
Federal supplemental nutrition assistance program benefits are expected to pause this weekend. The Atlanta Community Food Bank is now activating its crisis response plan.
The federal government shutdown may cause Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits to halt in November.
Experts say the number of Oregonians who utilize SNAP reflects both the economic realities and deliberate policy choices made by Oregon leaders in the past.
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