food insecurity

The Food Depository says SNAP enrollment has declined sharply since major changes to the program were enacted under the federal One Big Beautiful Bill Act of 2025. #snap #foodstamps

Beginning Oct. 1, states will be responsible for 75% of the administrative cost of operating SNAP, up from the previous 50% share. Illinois budget officials estimate that change will cost the state approximately $80 million more each year. #snap #foodstamps

“The Illinois Grocery Initiative is a crucial program for helping our communities invest in improving residents’ lives,” Preston said. “Increasing access to fresh, healthy food saves residents time and money.” #senatorpreston #groceries

"Thanks to the governor and the budget he championed, $70 million was allocated for this program, under which every person who lost their benefits can receive a one-time payment of $400," González said. #democrats #foodassistance #fresh

The stores, operated by Yellow Banana, closed after Save A Lot ended its operating agreement with the company, citing financial challenges that included a sharp decline in SNAP purchases. #grocery #food #centersquare

The party argues that changes included in the recently enacted federal budget law could leave more families without SNAP benefits, potentially affecting schools' eligibility for free meal programs as the new academic year begins. #snap #meals #republicans

The speakers argued that changes to federal food assistance have reduced benefits for hundreds of thousands of Illinois residents while placing additional financial strain on independent grocers that rely on SNAP purchases. #forestpark #snap #democrats

Among the programs impacted is Link Match, which helped SNAP participants purchase fresh produce and other goods from local farmers by matching benefits spent at participating markets and retailers. #snap #democrats #trump

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“As thousands of Illinoisans lose food assistance this month, family-owned grocery stores are bracing for inevitable losses,” the DPI said. #snap #democratss