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Nevada Legal Services warns of SNAP eligibility changes

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Nevada Legal Services is encouraging SNAP recipients to closely review any notices regarding changes to food assistance eligibility under new federal work requirements that took effect May 1. According to the organization, additional groups may now be subject to SNAP work requirements, including some veterans, individuals experiencing homelessness, former foster youth and … [Read more...] about Nevada Legal Services warns of SNAP eligibility changes

Report: Use of food stamps rises in Lincoln County

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By Emily Guerin and Tim Marema,?Special to the Lincoln County Record The use of food stamps in Lincoln County increased during the recession, assisting families in stretching their food dollars, contributing to local spending and helping spark a national debate about the future of the federal nutrition program. The proportion of Lincoln County residents receiving […] … [Read more...] about Report: Use of food stamps rises in Lincoln County