More Funding for Families Who Use Food Stamps Starting April 1KNDO/KNDU, WAMany families using Washington State's Basic Food program or food stamps will see a 13.6 percent increase starting Wednesday in the amount of money they receive each month. The increase is coming from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, … …
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Read More »Federal Stimulus Increases NY Food Stamps – WNYC
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Read More »Food Stamp Benefit Boost Comes as More Ohioans Look for Help – Public News Service
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