City Makes Food Stamps Available to Higher Income Storm Victims

Beginning Wednesday, New Yorkers living in 12 designated zip codes hit by Sandy may be eligible for food stamps even if their incomes exceed the regular set limits. According to officials, storm victims earning up to 250 percent of poverty may qualify for a one month allotment of disaster related food stamps. For a family of three that means a monthly income of up to $3,400 dollars. The food …

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