Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program

Health & Science Chris Schulz,

Federal Judge Blocks W.Va. Ban On SNAP Soda Purchases

West Virginia's SNAP soda ban, in effect since Jan. 1, was blocked Monday by a federal court order.

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Health & Science Eric Douglas,

National Group Sues To Stop SNAP Waivers

A national group has sued the Trump administration over Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) food waivers like the one granted to West Virginia.

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Health & Science Chris Schulz,

State Further Funds Food Banks With $2 Million As End To Federal Shutdown Looms

Gov. Morrisey said current funds will suffice until at least Nov. 17 and hopes federal SNAP funds will be back in place by then..

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Economy Eric Douglas,

Food Banks Receive Additional $2.5 Million

More money from the state of West Virginia is on its way to both of West Virginia’s food banks.

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Health & Science Chris Schulz,

Federally Mandated Changes To SNAP Work Requirements Go Into Effect

The work requirement changes are expected to affect approximately 36,000 SNAP recipients in West Virginia.

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