Abbott cited uncertainty over federal funding of the program as his reason for rejecting the state’s participation.

Abbott cited uncertainty over federal funding of the program as his reason for rejecting the state’s participation.

The federal spending plan, known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, is a plan endorsed by President Donald Trump to align federal spending with the values of the administration.

The program would give low income families an extra $120 per child for summer lunches, but federal debate about food benefits could endanger the program.

The program would give low income families an extra $120 per child for summer lunches, but federal debate about food benefits could endanger the program.

President Trump's signature bill, before the Senate this week, would shift about one-quarter of the cost of SNAP benefits in Massachusetts from the feds to the state. That means state lawmakers ...

Plans for a range of welfare programs including food stamps, Medicaid and rental assistance reflect a shifting view of who should receive federal benefits. Accessibility statement Skip to main content ...

Focusing on policy change within the Federal Employees Health Benefits program would build on increased support for fertility treatments in recent years and, oddly, ...

SMSD warns federal budget proposal risks meal benefits for students. Posted: June 2, 2025 | Last updated: June 7, 2025. None. More for You.

Under current law, the federal government covers the bill for SNAP benefits. In Tennessee, that’s about $142 million per month. If the Republican funding package goes forward, states could be on the ...