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Exciting News: ‘DA BUX’ Program Expands Food Bucks Access to All Foodland Stores Across Hawaii!

Exciting News: ‘DA BUX’ Program Expands Food Bucks Access to All Foodland Stores Across Hawaii!

The “DA BUX” Double Up Food Bucks program is making a big impact in Hawaii. This program helps people who ... Read more

Why Food Stamps Should Focus on Nutritious Choices Over Soda and Candy: A Call for Healthier Benefits

Why Food Stamps Should Focus on Nutritious Choices Over Soda and Candy: A Call for Healthier Benefits

Our current federal program that supports food assistance needs serious updates. The way it works now, it can harm the ... Read more

How Federal Health Care Cuts Could Impact Hudson Valley Residents: What You Need to Know

How Federal Health Care Cuts Could Impact Hudson Valley Residents: What You Need to Know

Residents in the Hudson Valley are worried about potential federal cuts to health care programs. With the Trump administration aiming ... Read more

How Applying for SNAP Benefits to Feed Her Family Led to an Unexpected Loss of Medical Coverage: A Girlfriend’s Frustrating Experience

How Applying for SNAP Benefits to Feed Her Family Led to an Unexpected Loss of Medical Coverage: A Girlfriend’s Frustrating Experience

America’s health insurance system can be a real headache. It’s complex and often leaves people without the cover they need. ... Read more

Iowa House Panel Moves to Restrict SNAP Foods to Healthier Choices: What You Need to Know

Iowa House Panel Moves to Restrict SNAP Foods to Healthier Choices: What You Need to Know

In Iowa, the House Health and Human Services Committee recently voted 14-6 to push forward a bill that would set ... Read more

Tennessee Deputy Speaker Pushes Legislation to Limit SNAP Benefits for Junk Food: What It Means for Families

Tennessee Deputy Speaker Pushes Legislation to Limit SNAP Benefits for Junk Food: What It Means for Families

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) – Jason Zachary, a representative from Knoxville, has introduced a new bill to ban junk food purchases ... Read more

Urgent Call to Action: Schenectady and Scotia Advocate for Enhanced Food Assistance for Struggling Residents

Urgent Call to Action: Schenectady and Scotia Advocate for Enhanced Food Assistance for Struggling Residents

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New Kansas Bill Proposes Ban on Using Food Stamps for Candy and Soda: What You Need to Know

New Kansas Bill Proposes Ban on Using Food Stamps for Candy and Soda: What You Need to Know

In Kansas, a new bill aims to stop the use of food stamps for buying soda and candy. However, it’s ... Read more

Why Some Low-Income Retirees Are Saying ‘No’ to Unretirement: The Hidden Cost of Higher Paychecks on Benefits

Why Some Low-Income Retirees Are Saying ‘No’ to Unretirement: The Hidden Cost of Higher Paychecks on Benefits

Programs like Medicaid and SNAP help those in need, but they depend on income levels. Many older Americans face a ... Read more