Congress required bipartisan commission to work with existing SNAP budget, estimated to provide $1.42 per meal
Crucial financial benefit to go as result of Gov. Bobby Jindal’s decision to reinstate work requirement in state
Food stamp benefits continue to decline while anti-hunger charities face ‘more drastic’ situation
According to Feeding America, of the 46 million hungry people it helps feed annually, 13 million are over 50
Economic headwinds and inadequate public assistance hinder 2008 campaign vow, says report
Fewer Americans say they struggle with food affordability, but advocates say hunger crisis remains
Farmers are taking the biggest hit, and the impact of California’s drought is reaching far beyond the fields
Republican-controlled committees hold hearings aimed at reassessing food stamp program
Republicans intend to inflict more painful austerity on those who can least withstand it
Proposed budget will likely include fixed funding for SNAP, allowing more state flexibility but limiting resources
