Sep 11, 2023

SNAP’s work requirement age just went up

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This could make it harder for older Americans to qualify for food assistance. Plus, Biden visits Vietnam and shipping rates went up a bit.

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Biden visits Vietnam, scores several tech deals

by Nancy Marshall-Genzer

The U.S. will build chip design facilities in Vietnam, and Microsoft will develop AI for the country.

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FedEx and UPS hike prices for 2024, but not as much

by Justin Ho

Sep 11, 2023

Shipping companies need to cover their higher costs, but there's a limit to how much they can pass on to customers.

Carriers like UPS and FedEx know there is a limit to how much they can raise prices, said Jason Miller of Michigan State.

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The SNAP work reporting requirement age just rose by one year. It's already affecting who gets benefits.

by Ali Budner

Sep 11, 2023

The upper age limit for SNAP recipients (able bodied, without dependents) who have to prove they’re working or looking for work at least part time has just risen from age 49 to age 50. Eventually it'll go up to age 54.

"We estimate that up to 750,000 individuals could lose [SNAP] benefits," said Ed Bolen with the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities. Above, a sign alerting customers that a store accepts SNAP benefits.

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