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Key Health and Wellness Takeaways From the State of the Union Address

U.S. President Joe Biden spoke to the joint session of Congress and the nation on Tuesday evening in the annual State of the Union address from Capitol Hill. While most listeners were focused on is...

A Good Start but More Work Ahead: Reforms Still Needed for Food Assistance

The recent boosts in SNAP and Social Security benefits are welcome news for recipients struggling with rising costs of living. However, for many, these programs still do not provide enough to av...

Balancing Choice and Responsibility in SNAP Reform

Few government programs garner as much debate as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), commonly known as food stamps. The latest controversy surrounds the question of whether SNAP recipients should have r...

Assistance Available for Texas SNAP and WIC Participants Following Hurricane Beryl

In response to the extensive devastation caused by Hurricane Beryl in South Texas on July 8, the State of Texas is extending a helping hand to residents affected by the severe weather event.&...

Upcoming SNAP Payments in Texas for February 2025

Next week, certain beneficiaries in Texas will receive their payments from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), commonly known as Food Stamps. This program is crucial as it helps millions acquire nutritious ...

How New Work Rules Could Affect Food Stamp Benefits Across the U.S.

Millions of Americans could lose some or all of their food stamp benefits (also known as SNAP) because of newly approved work requirements, according to a study by the Center for Budget and Policy Prioritie...

How Wellness Improves Your Employees' Work Performance

In an ever-evolving and cutthroat business environment, the significance of wellness in the workplace is paramount. Not only does it bolster employees' overall health, but it makes waves in their performance at wo...

SUN Bucks by SNAP Supporting Families with Children during School Vacation

As we move through the warm summer months, many states across the United States have taken steps to ease the financial burden on families by distributing supplementary payments under the Supplement to ...

CalFresh Benefits in California for March 2025: What You Need to Know

In 2025, CalFresh, which is California's version of the federal assistance program SNAP, is still helping people get the food they need.  This program uses something called an EBT (Electronic ...