SNAP

It was 62 years ago that President Lyndon B. Johnson made food stamps — now known as SNAP benefits — a permanent government program. But significant changes are coming.

Retailers are facing restrictions on what products can be purchased using SNAP benefits and new requirements for what foods they should stock.

Specialty growers are weathering this economy despite cuts to food access programs and SNAP.

A breakdown of how much you’re paying for Social Security, health care, food assistance, the national debt, defense, and more.

The USDA granted more than 20 states waivers to impose new restrictions on what kinds of foods people can purchase using their benefits.

In January, five states enacted laws restricting people who receive food aid from buying sugary beverages and snacks. About a dozen more will follow suit later this year.

By the end of the year, 18 states will limit the purchase of "non-nutritious" food and drinks. What that means is up to the states.

Food pantries say uncertainty around SNAP is driving more families to seek help.

Creator Kiki Ruff teaches her viewers to cook on a budget using skills she learned during her time on food stamps. Along the way, she’s racked up over half a million followers.

Plus, how communities are stepping up to feed their neighbors.