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politics-social-welfare2 years ago•4 min saved

"15 GOP-Led States Reject Federal Summer Food Aid for 8 Million Children"

15 Republican-led states, including Florida, Texas, and Georgia, have opted out of a new federal food assistance program that aims to help over 8 million needy children during the summer months. The program, approved by Congress, provides $120 per eligible child for purchasing food at grocery stores or farmers' markets. Some governors cited concerns about administrative costs and ideological objections, while others expressed a lack of faith in the federal government. This decision comes at a time when food insecurity in the U.S. is on the rise, and the future of other nutrition programs remains uncertain.

via The New York Times|

#children #federal-program #food-aid

social-issues2 years ago•3 min saved

"States' Summer Food Programs: Addressing Child Hunger and Prioritizing Low-Income Kids"

Mississippi has rejected federal funds for the Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) program, which aims to provide food assistance to children during the summer months. The program, made permanent starting in 2024, will benefit nearly 21 million children in the U.S. and its territories, but Mississippi, along with several other states, has opted out for this summer. Eligible families will receive $40 per month per child through the program, but Mississippi's rejection raises concerns about child hunger in the state.

via Mississippi Free Press|

#child-hunger #food-assistance #mississippi

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"States Divided: Summer Food Programs and Children's Needs"

The USDA has announced a new permanent federal program, Summer EBT, to provide food benefits to around 21 million children during the summer, but Mississippi is among the states that have opted out. The program will offer $40 per month per child on an EBT card for eligible families, and 35 states, five U.S. territories, and four tribes have opted in. Some states cited existing programs and feasibility issues as reasons for not participating, while the USDA expressed concern about the reach of the existing Summer Food Service Program.

via Clarion Ledger|

#child-hunger #food-benefits #mississippi

food-security2 years ago•4 min saved

"21 Million Kids to Receive Summer Food Benefits: Which States Are Participating?"

The Biden administration is set to provide summer grocery money to 21 million children in 35 states and five U.S. territories through the Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer program, aiming to address food insecurity among students when they're not in school. Families with children eligible for free or reduced-price school lunches will receive $40 per month per child on an EBT card, totaling $120 per child. The program, estimated to cost $2.5 billion in 2024, aims to alleviate the financial strain caused by rising inflation and the expiration of pandemic aid. Some states have opted out this summer, citing existing programs and late USDA guidance, while anti-hunger advocates have praised the initiative.

via CBS News|

#children #food-insecurity #food-security

social-welfare2 years ago•3 min saved

"21 Million Kids to Receive Summer Food Benefits Through New Federal Program"

The USDA expects nearly 21 million children to receive food benefits this summer through the newly permanent Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer program, which will provide $40 per month per child to eligible families. While 35 states, all five U.S. territories, and four tribes have opted in, some states cited existing programs and feasibility issues for not participating. The program aims to address child hunger during the summer months and supplement existing initiatives.

via The Associated Press|

#child-hunger #federal-program #food-benefits

social-welfare2 years ago•4 min saved

"Summer Feeding Program Faces State Participation Challenges"

The Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) program aims to reduce child hunger during the summer by providing $120 per eligible child to buy food, but not all states are participating. While 35 states and territories have signed up, some, including Nebraska and Iowa, have declined, citing the program as an outdated Covid-19 relief measure. The initiative, part of the federal government's efforts to address food insecurity, has shown positive results in reducing child hunger and supporting healthier food purchases.

via CNN|

#child-hunger #food-insecurity #social-welfare