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Back to EpisodesNew Law Impacts Vet SNAP Benefits
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New federal law impacts veterans SNAP benefits in Alaska, requiring able-bodied adults to work or train at least twenty hours a week. This comes as Alaska faces high grocery prices and a large veteran population. Concerns arise over application backlogs, low-paying jobs, and isolation. Reactions are mixed, with critics calling it a misstep and supporters arguing it promotes self-sufficiency. Local helpers urge veterans to seek support amidst the changes.
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