Sharp Drop in Number of Children Receiving SNAP Food Assistance Under New Federal Law

May 27

Center on Budget and Policy Priorities | May 27, 2026

A CBPP analysis finds a sharp drop in children receiving SNAP benefits under a new federal law, raising concerns about increased food insecurity among low-income families. Read full article.

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