Congress is moving forward with major reductions to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), which could impact over 13,000 households in Staten Island and South Brooklyn. The proposed bill aims to cut federal spending by shifting costs to states and altering eligibility requirements. State officials estimate that more than 300,000 New Yorkers could either lose part or all of their monthly benefits, averaging a loss of $220. The majority of SNAP recipients are children, seniors, and individuals with disabilities, highlighting critical concerns about the effects on these vulnerable groups.
State officials estimate that more than 13,000 households in Staten Island and South Brooklyn could be at risk due to proposed SNAP budget cuts.
Estimates suggest that over 300,000 New York households would lose a portion or all of their monthly benefits, with an average loss of $220.
Statistics indicate that 68% of SNAP recipients in Congressional District 11 are children, seniors, or people living with disabilities, showing the program's critical impact.
Concerns are rising about limiting food assistance access and reducing benefits for vulnerable populations, particularly those in low-income and disabled households.
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