food stamps

About3.4 million Texans will be affected by a major overhaul proposed for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.

Louisiana families that receive SNAP Benefits might soon notice their purchasing power has changed and some items will no longer be included under the program.

More than 130,000 Louisiana families will see their SNAP benefits decrease in January, according to the Department of Children and Family Services.

The benefits are increasing to try to keep up with the cost of living due to inflation.

A special waiver has been put in place to allow those who receive SNAP benefits the ability to purchase hot foods through September 28th.

Folks who get SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits in Louisiana will be getting a little more federal assistance this year.

Trump administration rules that could deny green cards to immigrants who use Medicaid, food stamps, housing vouchers or other forms of public assistance are going into effect.

A large group of Louisiana residents who currently receive food stamps could lose their benefits should Louisiana lawmakers agree.

The President's proposed budget includes a major change to the country's food stamp program. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program’s (SNAP) cash benefits would be replaced with boxes of food.

Governor Edwards tells food stamp recipients if you want our help, you've got to do your part. This new order is expected to impact 47-thousand Louisiana residents.