The Families First Coronavirus Response Act gives the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) the authority to issue nationwide waivers to ensure access to meals through the child nutrition programs as communities respond to the COVID-19 pandemic and to issue waivers to increase cost. This resource was updated September 21, 2021.
Fact Sheet
National SNAP Fact Sheet – Protect SNAP to Reduce Hunger and Strengthen Local Economies