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Leaders gather to highlight growing food insecurity problem in Philly

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New SNAP work requirements set to go into effect on Feb. 1, millions could lose benefits

New work requirements for SNAP are set to go into effect on Feb. 1, and it could mean that millions of Americans lose their benefits.

  • Jan 30
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SNAP bans on soda, candy and other foods take effect in five states Jan. 1

It's part of a push by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins to urge states to strip foods regarded as unhealthy from the $100 billion federal program.

  • Dec 31, 2025

NJ man accused of stealing identities in $128K SNAP fraud scheme

According to authorities, 36-year-old Andre Streater stole the personal information of more than 40 individuals this past summer and submitted fraudulent SNAP applications.

  • Dec 21, 2025
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Trump administration says it will withhold SNAP food aid from Democrat-led states over data

The Trump administration said it will move to withhold SNAP food aid from recipients in most Democratic-controlled states starting next week unless they provide information on those receiving the assistance.

  • Dec 3, 2025
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What to know about expanded work requirements about to kick in for SNAP

After a disruptive U.S. government shutdown, federal SNAP food assistance is again flowing to low-income households. But in the months ahead, many participants will have to abide by new work requirements.

  • Nov 19, 2025