To better understand the discussion of how to manage the shutting down of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, it is important to understand how issuance happens behind the scenes. Below is a step-by-step layout of the process involved in authorizing issuances, making issuances available to recipients, and redeeming benefits in stores.
The Trump administration has demonstrated urgency in funding other priorities, but not the same commitment to protecting low-income families’ access to food through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
October 13–17 is National School Lunch Week, a celebration highlighting the history of the National School Lunch Program and showcasing the critical role school meals play in children’s health and learning. School meals are vital public health programs, associated with improvements in students’ diet and academic achievements, and serving as an important outlet for American food and agriculture.
This week, October 12–18, is Farm to CACFP (Child and Adult Food Program) Week, the national education campaign that aims to raise awareness of the benefits of connecting child and adult care sponsors and operators with local foods.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced the end of remaining Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) time limit waivers and new guidance that will result in major changes nationwide. Starting this winter, millions of adults — including caregivers, veterans, older workers, and people experiencing homelessness — could lose food assistance under expanded time limits passed in the 2025 budget reconciliation law (H.R. 1).