SNAP Decisions
With Americans hit hard financially by the COVID-19 crisis and more than 1 million filing for unemployment every week, food security has become a significant concern. Food distribution centers have experienced massive demand, and applications for the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program — better known as SNAP and formerly known as food stamps — have surged. Experts estimate that between February and May the number of Americans applying for SNAP benefits rose by about 6.9 million. For those new to food assistance programs and unfamiliar with how they work, here's a quick and comprehensive list of what you can and can't buy with SNAP benefits.
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