Kansas doesn’t expect penalties over November payout of food program benefits
Kansas doesn’t expect any problems after paying out full SNAP benefits on Nov. 7, the day before the USDA ordered states to “undo” paying the benefits.
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Lawrence Farmers Market protein bucks program extended to anyone in need
The Lawrence Farmers Market is offering anyone in need a $25 credit to spend on protein.
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Where to get free meals this week in Lawrence
Groups throughout Lawrence are offering free meals amid the ongoing uncertainty surrounding SNAP benefits.
Kansas pays full November food assistance benefits; December payouts uncertain
After days of uncertainty about whether the federal government would release funding for food assistance, the Department for Children and Families announced Friday that it issued November benefits.
USDA’s food assistance miscalculation means more money to Kansas recipients
SNAP beneficiaries can expect to receive roughly two-thirds of their usual payments this month, and Kansas officials are working to determine when those payments can be made.
Kansas food assistance recipients set to receive partial payment — but no one knows when
It’s unclear how a federal judge’s order forcing the U.S. Department of Agriculture to release food program funds by Wednesday will affect Kansas recipients, state leaders said.
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Douglas County food security advocates working on emergency plan for SNAP beneficiaries; here are some resources
Food security advocates throughout Douglas County are discussing an emergency response plan if SNAP benefits don’t come in for November. Here are some resources, plus info on how to help.
Kansas officials pressure Trump administration to keep SNAP funded during shutdown
Democrats and Republicans have different proposals to keep feeding nearly 190,000 Kansans as funding for SNAP assistance is still in question.
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Douglas County food security advocates discuss impacts of possible SNAP losses, food as a human right at workshop
A workshop on navigating food systems in Douglas County turned into an opportunity for speakers to address impending threats to SNAP and discuss how to build relationships to advocate for families experiencing food insecurity.
Kansas officials warn of November disruption in food benefits amid budget impasse
The federal government shutdown could delay or halt food assistance to 188,000 people in Kansas during November.
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