Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders and First Gentleman Bryan Sanders survey storm damage in Cave City on Saturday, March 15, 2025. (Photo by Becca Paschal/Arkansas Governor’s Office)
Arkansans who suffered losses during strong storms and tornadoes Mar. 14-14 and Apr. 2-22 can begin applying for SNAP Disaster Assistance (D-SNAP) Monday, according to the Department of Human Services.
D-SNAP extends benefits to households that wouldn’t usually qualify but now need food assistance because of a disaster, according to an agency news release. D-SNAP benefits are provided on an electronic debit card and can be used to purchase food items at authorized retailers. Recipients do not have to be enrolled in SNAP to receive D-SNAP assistance…