New York congressman introduces bills aiming to protect SNAP benefit users from theft
Two new bills introduced by a New York congressman aim to protect SNAP benefit users from having their funds stolen.
What Is SNAP and What Challenges Is It Facing Under Trump?
Food insecurity in America has long been a prominent issue—especially since the COVID-19 pandemic, a moment when those facing ...
Bills set to be introduced aim to protect SNAP benefit users from fund theft
Two new bills introduced by a New York congressman aim to protect SNAP benefit users from having their funds stolen. CBS News ...
RFK Jr. says states can block use of SNAP benefits on soft drinks, NY Times says
U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said that the White House will start letting stats block recipients of federal ...
Rome Sentinel9d
15.0% of New York State Residents Receive SNAP benefits, 10th Most in U.S.
For decades, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) has been one of the most significant social welfare ...
The New York Times3d
States Can Bar Food Benefit Recipients From Buying Soda, Kennedy Says
The health secretary announced the change to the SNAP food program in an appearance in West Virginia, which is also the first state to ban most artificial dyes in food. By Sheryl Gay Stolberg ...
New York should lead on grocery affordability
The airwaves and headlines are awash with story after story about inflation’s devastating impact on American families. The ...
The Buffalo News9dOpinion
Another Voice: Raising the SNAP monthly benefit makes good sense
If passed, more than 140,000 New Yorkers − including thousands of seniors − would be able to put more food on their tables.