SNAP is a federal program that provides food assistance to those struggling to afford groceries. While the program is often referred to as "food stamps," it can benefit anyone age 50 and older who has a difficult time affording food. AARP officials are encouraging people 50 and older
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Nutrition programs like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, often referred to as food stamps, are funded through a piece of federal legislation often called the farm bill – which covers focus areas from crops and livestock to rural development and access to food. SNAP makes up about 80% of its funding.
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Under the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023, Virginia can use federal funding to replace certain SNAP benefits stolen between Oct. 1, 2022 and Sept. 30, 2024 through card cloning, skimming and other fraudulent methods. Eligible SNAP benefits may also include Disaster SNAP and emergency allotments. Pandemic Electronic Benefits Transfer benefits, also
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