DOJ Opinion Challenges HHS Limits on Religious Use of Federal Funds
A Justice Department opinion says some HHS restrictions on religious use of direct federal funds may violate the Constitution. HHS has not announced changes.
Health and Human Services
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Thrive Iowa expands to 20 counties, connecting families with existing services
Thrive Iowa is operating in 20 Iowa counties, giving eligible parents, caretakers and pregnant individuals a coordinated path to existing help with housing, food, child care and other needs.
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North Dakota SNAP changes targeted for Nov. 1 after postponement request
North Dakota HHS says current SNAP purchasing rules will remain in effect while the state seeks to move new limits on certain sweetened drinks, energy drinks and candy from Sept. 1 to Nov. 1, 2026.
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Louisiana’s new WIC card system is now live. What families need to do
Louisiana WIC participants should now use their replacement EBT cards, set a PIN and check benefits through myWIC after the August 1 statewide store transition.