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Hunger Cliff

The Hunger Cliff

More than 47 million Americans rely on SNAP (Food Stamps) to keep food on the table. SNAP is also a fast and effective economic stimulus, benefiting every link of the food chain. Decisions made in Washington between now & November will determine whether cuts to SNAP will create new hardships for low income Americans &

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SNAP benefits will decline on November 1, 2013

When will I see the drop in benefits?  Cuts go into effect on November 1, 2013, so the SNAP benefit amount you  receive will be less starting in November. This is a permanent benefit cut.  How much will my total benefit cut be? SNAP benefits are based on monthly household income, expenses and household size.

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