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SNAP New Rules: Possible Changes May Reduce Benefits in Nine States

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) helps over 42 million low-income Americans buy food. Traditionally, SNAP benefits are used to purchase groceries at stores, allowing people to make meals...

More States Will Restrict What You Can Buy With SNAP Benefits

Starting in 2026, twelve states—including Texas and Florida—will make changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), which helps millions of Americans buy food. These states plan ...

SNAP Benefits to Be Smaller in November Due to Government Funding Issues

Millions of families in the United States will get less money from SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, also known as food stamps) in November. This is because the federal government is fac...

Foodsmart: Pioneering the Way to Overcome Food Insecurity with Healthy Eating

Growing up in a blue-collar family, relying on free school lunches and occasionally food stamps, Dr. Jason Langheier experienced firsthand the challenges of eating healthy on a tight budget. Witne...

​​​​​​​Empowering Families with a Gluten-Free Food Guide for Kids: Building Healthy Foundations

Raising a child with celiac disease can be an overwhelming experience, as parents grapple with the complexities of a gluten-free diet and ensuring their child'...

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...

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...

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...

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...