The United States Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will reduce its emergency distribution at the end of February this year 2023. This aid reached families in 32 regions across the country and will be reduced by an average of $90.00 starting in March.
This money is very necessary for the cost of meals, since inflation has overpriced all products. Depending on domestic economic solvency, they receive support from SNAP.
It is estimated that some households are making cuts in excess of $250.00 each month. When the Covid-19 pandemic began, many Americans lost their jobs and the country’s authorities allowed legislation to increase SNAP services.
This jurisdiction is known as Families First Coronavirus Response or may also be referred to as food stamps. Its importance lies in supporting those most in need.
The states that no longer receive support
The increased SNAP shipments had the deadline for the disease to end and President Joe Biden is suggesting that should be in May. In addition, Congressmen approved the Consolidated Allocations Act, which prevents additional benefits.
A study by the Urban Institute found that this monetary aid saved more than 40 million citizens from falling into misery. Areas that will no longer receive the financial contribution include Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana and Nebraska.
North and South Dakota, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Wyoming also suspended aid. After the restrictions, Americans are expected to earn an average of $6.10 a day this year. Among the most populous states set to lower their food stamps in the coming days are California, Illinois and Texas.