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The Perils of PFAS: Fighting Back Against Forever Chemicals
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, have infiltrated our food system largely without our knowledge or consent. These toxic “forever chemicals” persist in the environment and accumulate in...
Addressing the Rise in SNAP Benefit Fraud: Initiatives to Safeguard Beneficiaries
Illinois has faced an alarming increase in incidents involving the theft of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, with losses totaling more than $4.5 million from Oct...
Government Shutdown Threatens Four Key Aid Programs Including SNAP
The ongoing shutdown of the U.S. federal government is causing serious problems for millions of Americans who depend on government assistance. As the political disagreement continues into its second month...
SNAP Benefits: Work Requirements in a Post-Pandemic United States
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), most commonly known as food stamps, plays an essential role in providing nutritional support to millions of individuals and families in need. Admin...
2024 Presidential Candidates and the Future of America's Food Assistance Programs
Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are the central figures of the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, each with distinctly different visions for the country's future, especially regarding the Sup...
Notice for CalFresh Recipients: Renew Your Benefits On Time in March 2025
If you live in California and get help buying food through CalFresh—California's version of the national food aid program called SNAP—it's time to pay attention to the rules about ...
New EBT Card Locking Feature Helps Fight SNAP Benefit Theft
SNAP, the food assistance program, has seen growing problems with fraud in several U.S. states. Many people have had their benefits stolen through tricks like skimming (devices that copy card information) and phish...
How to Budget $1937 in Monthly Food Stamps for Your Family
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides vital food assistance to over 40 million Americans each month. For a family of four, the maximum benefit amount is $1937 per month. While this may see...
Texas Food Stamps (SNAP) Payment Schedule for August 2025
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), widely known as food stamps, helps low-income individuals and families afford essential food items. In Texas, the program is managed by the Texas Health and Hu...