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Food Stamp Eligibility and Benefits (SNAP)

Internet URL

http://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/applicant_recipients/eligibility.htm  

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Sponsoring Agency

Food and Nutrition Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture

Description

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is the new name for the federal Food Stamp Program that provides crucial support to needy households and to those making the transition from welfare to work.

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