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Angela Mae

6 States That Banned Certain Foods From SNAP Benefits (and What To Buy Instead)

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SNAP — or the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program — has proven vital in preventing food insecurity and hunger, especially amongst lower-income households. In 2024, an estimated 41 million Americans received SNAP benefits (formerly known as “food stamps”). That’s roughly 1 in 8 people.

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