The majority of media attention was given to congressional conflicts during the current resolution to the long-brewing debt ceiling problem. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), also known as food stamps, was changed as part of the final debt ceiling legislation passed on June 2, despite being mostly overtaken by senate speeches. The updated SNAP … Read more
SNAP beneficiaries will expect new work requirements following the debt ceiling deal. SNAP Beneficiaries Will Have Stricter Work Requirements Under New Debt Ceiling Deal As part of the new debt ceiling deal, several SNAP beneficiaries, including the homeless and veterans, will have to follow stricter work requirements to be eligible for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance … Read more
Chicago seniors received lower SNAP benefits following changes in the work requirements. Reduced SNAP Benefits Hurt Several Chicago Seniors Following New Work Requirements Several Chicago seniors were greatly affected by the new work requirements that required Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) beneficiaries aged 53 years old and below to work or join training and community … Read more