Food Stamp Loss Due to Federal Shutdown
Approximately 26,000 people in Schuylkill face the loss of food stamps due to the federal shutdown.
Leslie Barringer, a 64-year-old Pottsville woman, relies on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and a local food pantry. After being forced to retire early due to cancer, she now receives $23 monthly from SNAP, which helps her buy basic groceries.
“It helps,”
she said, as it allows her to purchase essentials like bread, margarine, and eggs, making numerous meals throughout the month.
The program, also known as SNAP or food stamps, is likely to be put on hold across the country due to the federal shutdown.
Author's summary: Federal shutdown affects food stamps.