The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is the most effective anti-hunger program in the U.S., reaching around 41 million people in 2024, according to the Center on Budget and Policy ...

As 33 states face scrutiny over food aid delays, the USDA says Louisiana is doing its job. The state ranks sixth in the ...

The Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) announced on Oct. 30 that, starting Nov. 1, there will be temporary state-funded assistance for residents who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance ...

Louisiana is suspending its temporary assistance program that would provide November funds to most Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients in the state amid the ongoing government ...

Louisiana to distribute 100% of SNAP funds next week. Recipients who received 65% during shutdown will get remaining benefits. State reallocated funds to provide partial assistance during shutdown.

Louisiana political leaders are preparing to use around $150 million monthly in state funding to help continue food assistance benefits while the federal government shutdown in Washington D.C.

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) helps low-income households afford food, with recipients using benefits at many food retailers. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) estimates ...

Louisiana has approved restrictions on SNAP benefits, prohibiting recipients from purchasing soft drinks, energy drinks and candy. What to know.

THIS ON AIR AND ONLINE. WELL, THERE IS SOME RELIEF TONIGHT FOR THOUSANDS OF LOUISIANA FAMILIES WHO DEPEND ON SNAP BENEFITS. GOVERNOR JEFF LANDRY SAYS THAT THE STATE HAS FOUND A SHORT TERM SOLUTION TO ...

Louisiana’s state government will pay to ensure most federal food stamp recipients continue to receive money for groceries if the shutdown in Washington, D.C. continues, Gov. Jeff Landry announced ...