PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — The Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) is encouraging Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients to take advantage of free employment and training services, as new federal work requirements are now in effect statewide.
Many people receiving SNAP benefits must now prove they are working—or actively trying to find work—in order to continue receiving food assistance.
The changes took effect across Oregon in January. Recipients have a three-month grace period to receive food stamps without meeting the new requirements…