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Federal law strengthens food stamps during COVID-19 pandemic

By Alabama AriseApril 4, 2020April 7, 2020

Suspended time limits. School meal replacement assistance. Fewer enrollment barriers. Those are just a few of the new federal changes to SNAP food assistance that Arise highlighted in this Alabama Political Reporter article.

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About Alabama Arise

Alabama Arise is a statewide, member-led organization advancing public policies to improve the lives of Alabamians who are marginalized by poverty. Our membership includes faith-based, community, nonprofit and civic groups, grassroots leaders and individuals from across Alabama.