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MUNICIPAL council meetings should not be used just to rubberstamp proposals put forward by the various council committees. Seberang Prai councillor Goh Choon Aik said this was because not all councillors sat in the respective committees. More: continued here

Cuts to food stamps will only hit four statesWHDH-TVWASHINGTON (AP) – An Associated Press review finds that cuts to the nation's food stamp program enacted this year are only affecting four states, far from the sweeping overhaul that Republicans had pushed. As a result, it's unclear whether the law will … More: continued here

Farm Bill Debate In Congress Could Put Food Stamps At Risk | UPR …Utah Public RadioWhen Congress takes up the $140 billion farm bill, food programs such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program or (SNAP), formerly known as food stamps, could face funding cuts under a GOP push for welfare reform. Anti-hunger advocates are …and…

DNC chairwoman joins food stamp challengeThe Hill (blog)joined at least ten other Democratic House members on Monday in participating in the food stamp challenge. “Started #FoodStampChallenge today. 46m Americans subsist on $31.50/week. Bought 1st 4 days of food for $18. So tough! http://yfrog.com/h2ehabhj” … More: continued here

Food stamp distribution dates changing in SeptemberwalkermessengerFood stamp benefit amounts will not change as a result of this new process. During the month of August, recipients will receive half of their benefits on their old issuance date and half of their benefits on their new date. Benefits will continue to be …and more » More: continued…

Record numbers get food stamps in Md.Baltimore Sun, United States –10 minutes agoAP Record numbers of Maryland residents are receiving food stamps this year, the Department of Human Resources says. Anne Arundel County, with a 26 percent … More: continued here