Iowa families had until August 14 to apply for $120-per-child SUN Bucks benefits
Iowa’s 2026 SUN Bucks application period closed August 14, but families with issued benefits should check balances and use them before the 122-day expiration.
Food Assistance
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Arkansas’ new SNAP limits move forward despite court challenge
Arkansas SNAP and Summer EBT benefits cannot buy specified soda, beverages and candy under rules that began July 1, while the legal fight continues.
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States Face a New Federal Cost Burden for Administering SNAP
A USDA proposal would codify a 25% federal share of ordinary SNAP administrative costs in fiscal 2027, shifting an estimated $16.9 billion to states.
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Nevada families have until Aug. 9 to apply for summer food benefits
Nevada’s Summer EBT deadline is Sunday, Aug. 9. Eligible children may receive a one-time $120 grocery benefit, but some families must apply.
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Ichabod Crane summer meals return June 29 for Valatie-area children
The Ichabod Crane Central School District resumed its free weekday summer lunch and weekend backpack food programs for children beginning June 29, 2026.
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More Than 1.5 Million Children May Have Lost SNAP Access
Updated state data suggest more than 1.5 million children may have lost SNAP access, as new federal rules add paperwork and future costs for states.
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Louisiana SNAP hot-food waiver expires Aug. 13 after Tropical Storm Arthur
Louisiana SNAP households can use existing benefits for eligible hot or prepared foods at authorized retailers through Aug. 13, but the waiver adds no funds, covers no restaurant meals and may require retailer system updates.
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Connecticut begins distributing $300 grocery benefits to residents who lost SNAP eligibility
Connecticut began distributing one-time $300 grocery benefits Aug. 4 to some residents who lost SNAP eligibility under new federal work rules. Eligible residents must contact a local community action agency rather than wait for an EBT deposit.
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Ohio families have until Aug. 14 to apply for 2026 Summer EBT benefits
Ohio families can apply through midnight Aug. 14 for a one-time $120 Summer EBT grocery benefit per eligible child. Many children qualify automatically, but others must apply through the state portal.
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Louisiana’s SUN Bucks application deadline is Aug. 20. Who still needs to apply?
Louisiana families may receive a one-time $120 SUN Bucks grocery benefit for each eligible child. Applications for summer 2026 are due Aug. 20, and unused funds expire 122 days after issuance or loading.
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Pennsylvania families have until Aug. 31 to claim 2026 SUN Bucks
Pennsylvania families can apply by Aug. 31 for a one-time $120 SUN Bucks grocery benefit per eligible child. Applications received after the deadline will be considered for summer 2027.
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Everett’s Community Meal Program Is Scheduled to End August 31
Everett says its ARPA-funded community meal program is scheduled to end August 31, 2026. Participants should call now to clarify which services are affected and arrange food or transportation assistance.
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North Dakota SNAP restrictions remain scheduled for Sept. 1. What shoppers and grocers need to know
North Dakota’s USDA-approved SNAP demonstration project remains scheduled for Sept. 1, blocking EBT purchases of defined sweetened beverages, energy drinks and candy while retailers update checkout systems.
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Magnolia Town Hall summer meals run through Aug. 10
Free Magnolia Town Hall meals for children 18 and under run Mondays through Aug. 10, and SUN Bucks may help eligible families buy groceries.
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Chicago SNAP cutoffs begin May 1 as new work rules affect some households
Some Chicago-area SNAP households face benefit cutoffs after May 1 under new work-reporting rules, with county help, pantry resources, and school support available.