Bates Area Civic Association

SNAP/Food Stamp Cuts November 1 – Help Get the Word Out
On November 1, 2013, all SNAP/Food Stamp households across the nation will see a decrease in their monthly benefit amount as a result of federal law. In 2009, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act increased benefits for all SNAP/Food Stamp households as a part of the stimulus package but these temporary increases will end November 1. The amount of the decrease is based on household size, income, and expenses. Households that currently receive the minimum amount of $16 each will see a $1 decrease to $15 each month.

You can learn more about the cuts to SNAP benefits by visiting dcfoodstampinfo.org. SNAP households will not be receiving individual notice so we need your help to get the word out. Action steps:

1. This video explains the changes to SNAP and provides food and nutrition resources. Embed the video on your website, share it with SNAP families (e.g., play it in your waiting rooms, educational programs, etc.).
2. Distribute the “What You Need to Know” flyer – English (pdf) and Spanish (pdf) – to SNAP families. This flyer includes information on the cuts and resources for families.
3. Distribute the Questions and Answers flyer (pdf) to staff, volunteers, or interested SNAP families. This document provides more in-depth information on the end of the stimulus boost in SNAP benefits.
4. Review the Deductions Checklist flyer (pdf) to learn about allowable deductions that SNAP families can take to potentially increase benefit levels.

Please contact D.C Hunger Solutions at 202-986-2200 or info@dchunger.org if you have any questions.

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