Yesterday, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced plans to work with states to issue February Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits earlier than usual. A provision in the now-expired appropriations bill allows states to request their monthly funds early, in order to continue vital nutrition program operations amid the current government shutdown. The assurance…
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Feeding the 14% … and Beyond
Last week, the U.S. Census Bureau reported the latest poverty rates for the both the country and individual states. Keep in mind, to be considered “living in poverty” a family of four is reduced to living on a total income of just $25,094 a year. That’s less than $500 a week for housing, food, utilities,…