Louisiana is preparing for a significant change in the SNAP food assistance program. Beginning in 2026, benefits will no ...

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is the most effective anti-hunger program in the U.S., reaching around 41 million people in 2024, according to the Center on Budget and Policy ...

The Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) announced on Oct. 30 that, starting Nov. 1, there will be temporary state-funded assistance for residents who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance ...

Louisiana to distribute 100% of SNAP funds next week. Recipients who received 65% during shutdown will get remaining benefits. State reallocated funds to provide partial assistance during shutdown.

Louisiana is suspending its temporary assistance program that would provide November funds to most Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients in the state amid the ongoing government ...

Louisiana approved measures on Wednesday to help residents bridge the gap if normally-scheduled funds for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefit recipients are not distributed on ...

SNAP participants in Louisiana will no longer be able to buy certain food items using benefits starting February 2026.

Beginning Feb. 18, SNAP benefits in Louisiana can no longer be used to buy candy, soft drinks or energy drinks. State leaders ...

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) helps low-income households afford food, with recipients using benefits at many food retailers. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) estimates ...