More than a half-million Hoosiers will see their SNAP funding restored after the longest government shutdown in U.S. history.
The federal food assistance program provides funding for low-and no-income Americans, helping them buy fresh produce, meat and other foods. After getting the go-ahead from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration said it is taking immediate action to deliver full SNAP benefits.
“The exact date when the additional funds will be available is still being finalized,” the administration said. “FSSA will share an update as soon as the distribution timeline is confirmed.”…