the november 1 st arra-snap cut: what it means & what you can do created by:
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The November 1st ARRA-SNAP Cut:What It Means & What You Can Do
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Agenda
1. Background 2. Impact in Texas3. Options for relief4. Q & A
Background
Legislative history
• 2009 – American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA, aka stimulus act) boosts SNAP benefits by 13.6%.
• 2010 – Congress votes twice to end SNAP boost early in order to fund other priorities (school lunch and teacher pay).
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Impact in Texas
• Federal funds = -$411M
• Equivalent meals = -180M
• Economic activity= -$700M
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• Will impact 4M Texans, 1.7M HHs
• Impact greatest in cities
• Consider special populations
• Likely impact on food insecurity rate
Impact in Texas
Options for Relief
“Where can I find more food?”
• Direct emergency requests to 2-1-1
• Local food banks may offer special programs – find yours at TFBN.org
Options for Relief
“Can I get higher SNAP benefits?”
• Seniors with out of pocket medical ‐ ‐costs are can receive a standard medical deduction.
• Families with child or adult care expenses can receive a dependent care deduction.
Options for Relief
“Can I get higher SNAP benefits?”
• To obtain the benefit of these deductions, the client must report changes to HHSC.
For more information, contact us!
Texas Food Bank NetworkTFBN.org
Celia ColeJC Dwyer
Summer Stringer