It's been several months since SNAP benefits were limited for some recipients, and now Pennsylvania is trying to help its ...

The Department of Homeland Security wants to eliminate guidelines around what public benefits can be considered in a "public ...

State lawmakers and governors will have decisions to make in 2026 about the budgets for their biggest social safety net ...

Every new year, public media reporters across the country bring us some of the new state laws taking effect where they are.

Good morning, Coastal Bend! Here's a look at the 6 things you need to know before you walk out the door this Thursday morning.

SNAP users in five states face limits what they can buy that take effect Thursday. At least 18 states are implementing new ...

Eighteen states will restrict what SNAP users can buy with their benefits in 2026, including soda, candy, and energy drinks.

Starting Thursday, Americans in five states who get government help paying for groceries will see new restrictions on soda, ...

At least 18 states will implement changes to the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program in the new year. Five of ...

The Trump administration made work requirements for low-income people receiving government assistance a priority in 2025.

2025 marked a volatile year for the 41.7 million Americans who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, to buy food. But while their benefits were restored after the government ...

Louisiana, speaks to the media next to Vice President JD Vance, Office of Management and Budget Director Russell Vought and Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-South Dakota, on the day President ...