The controversial reason one million people just lost their food stamps
- 8 years ago
As many as one million Americans will be cut off from food stamps over the course of this year starting today.
The 20-year-old rulerequires that adults without children or disabilities must have a job to receive food stamps through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program for more than three months, with exceptions.
Many states are bringing back the rule as the economy recovers.
As a result, many recipients’ three month limit expires April 1.
Currently, about 46 million people receive the help.
The 20-year-old rulerequires that adults without children or disabilities must have a job to receive food stamps through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program for more than three months, with exceptions.
Many states are bringing back the rule as the economy recovers.
As a result, many recipients’ three month limit expires April 1.
Currently, about 46 million people receive the help.