Charts illustrate the scale of SNAP as millions face potential benefit lapse

Government shutdown threatens SNAP benefits for 42 million Americans as funding expires Saturday, leaving low-income families without food assistance.

I make this much money; can I get food stamps? See who qualifies for SNAP benefits in NJ

Nearly 42 million Americans use SNAP monthly. Do you qualify for SNAP, or food stamps in NJ? See eligibility requirements, income brackets, more.

When SNAP benefits will arrive is still in flux. Here's what communities are doing to fill the gap

Reporters from the NPR Network are covering the uncertainty and lapse in benefits in states across the country.
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Food stamps: Facts to know as millions on SNAP face losing benefits during shutdown

About 42 million people receive money through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, sometimes called food stamps. The U.S. Agriculture Department told states in an Oct. 10 letter that if the shutdown continues, the program will run out of money to pay for benefits in November.
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