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FoodSNAP's Blog Archive for November 2019

The latest information on SNAP/ Food Stamp advocacy in Massachusetts.

MA Delegation Opposes USDA Proposed SNAP Cuts; 12/2 Deadline for Public Comments looming; Upcoming Benefits Trainings & Meetings

Submitted by FoodSNAP
11/20/2019 - 11:41am

We write to share additional resources in advance of the 12/2 SNAP comment deadline, flag upcoming meetings and trainings, and give YOU our deep thanks.

 

Entire MA Congressional Delegation tells USDA that proposed SNAP/utility regulations should be withdrawn!

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Cutting SNAP = forcing decision to heat OR eat. Media on proposed rule, increased utility costs & cuts to LIHEAP

Submitted by FoodSNAP
11/15/2019 - 1:56pm
We are following up to our email, below, that included a template for commenting against the proposed cuts to SNAP with some recent media. 
 
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SAO not available this afternoon! + webinar recordings on medical expenses & public charge

Submitted by FoodSNAP
11/14/2019 - 10:11am
This email includes a quick update on the Senior Assistance Office for today, along with resources on SNAP and medical expenses and the public charge issue. 
 
DTA's Senior Assistance Office not available today (11/14/19) from Noon to close- voicemail available
 
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Materials/template-comment by 12/2 against cutting SNAP for 200k!

Submitted by FoodSNAP
11/13/2019 - 1:16pm
Materials and MA template for commenting against proposed rule cutting SNAP for 200,000 in MA- Deadline 12/2!
 
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Action alert: Tues 11/12 webinar to protect SNAP for 200,000 MA households

Submitted by FoodSNAP
11/08/2019 - 12:11pm
We are following up on a major threat to SNAP for Massachusetts households. Just as the holiday season is approaching and heating costs are going up, the Trump Administration is proposing a $50/month SNAP cut to older adults, persons with disabilities, and working families. 
 
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Veterans Benefits & SNAP; Trump Admin SNAP/Utilities Rule Strategy Call 11/12; Impo SNAP Policy Updates

Submitted by FoodSNAP
11/06/2019 - 12:01pm

Thanks to all of you who tuned into yesterday’s Webinar on Boosting SNAP through Claiming Medical Expenses, and special thanks to our presenters Christa Mayfield of Greater Boston Food Bank, Stephanie Overka of The Open Door and Rachel Kinney of Jewish Family and Children’s Services.  If you would like a link to the audio and powerpoint, let us know!

Veterans Benefits and SNAP:

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