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SNAP overhaul begins October 1 with seven program cuts, putting families at risk

SNAP overhaul begins October 1 with seven program cuts, putting families at risk

A SNAP benefits overhaul will reduce the program’s value for recipients while removing work exemptions from the homeless. A massive cut in Minnesota will ...

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SNAP Benefits in 2025: How to keep your support under new federal rules

SNAP Benefits in 2025: How to keep your support under new federal rules

Millions of citizens who rely on SNAP benefits will face a new challenge in 2025, as new federal requirements may result in the termination ...

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Why Oct. 15 is crucial for Social Security retirees with the new COLA update

Why Oct. 15 is crucial for Social Security retirees with the new COLA update

For millions of retirees who rely on Social Security for a living, October 15, 2025 is more than just another date on the calendar. ...

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Everything that changes in Social Security before and after January 1, 2026

Everything that changes in Social Security before and after January 1, 2026

The United States Social Security system, a critical pillar for the livelihoods of nearly 70 million beneficiaries, is undergoing one of its most significant ...

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Who qualifies for the $400 inflation payment in NYC this fall 2025?

Who qualifies for the $400 inflation payment in NYC this fall 2025?

In an unprecedented step, the state of New York has announced plans to deliver direct payments to millions of its residents this fall. Known ...

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How much is unemployment benefit in Alaska in 2025?

How much is unemployment benefit in Alaska in 2025?

For many Alaskans, unemployment benefits are a lifeline, especially during the winter months when the state work market turns seasonal. During these times, the ...

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VA benefits alarm: Candidate to lead Department of Veterans Affairs secretary faces criticism for reform proposals

VA benefits alarm: Candidate to lead Department of Veterans Affairs secretary faces criticism for reform proposals

Karen L. Brazell, the current nominee for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Under Secretary for Benefits, has received a great deal of criticism ...

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Surprise $250 stimulus payment? The reason some Americans are receiving unexpected checks

Surprise $250 stimulus payment? The reason some Americans are receiving unexpected checks

Many people may perceive this as a surprise stimulus payment, but it is actually the result of a little-known state government program to return ...

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Who receives SNAP Florida payment from September 15 to 21, 2025? Full list

Who receives SNAP Florida payment from September 15 to 21, 2025? Full list

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is a program in which the United States government distributes food stamps to millions of families, allowing them ...

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How much will Social Security beneficiaries receive on September 17, 2025?

How much will Social Security beneficiaries receive on September 17, 2025?

September 17 is a significant date for millions of Americans who rely on Social Security benefits. On this day, retirement, disability, and other program ...

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