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Food Stamps: An Overview

What is the law regarding food stamps?

What is the Federal Food Stamp Act of 1964?

What is the Child and Adult Care Food Programs (CACFP)?

What is the Special Supplemental Food Program For Women Infants and Children (WIC)?

What is the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996?

A brief legal history of the Federal Food Stamp Act and other legislation that provides food stamps for needy individuals. The web page also offers links to relevant federal laws and regulations, federal and state judicial decisions, and federal agencies.

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) for Teen Parents

Should I read this?

What is TANF?

How do I apply to get TANF?

Can I get TANF?

Who cannot get TANF?

Once they approve me for TANF benefits, do I have to do anything else?

Am I exempt (excused) from WorkFirst Activities?

What if I am a teen parent?

How does DSHS decide if I am financially eligible for TANF?

Can I get TANF benefits for as long as I need them?

Are there any exceptions to the time limit?

What if DSHS denies TANF or makes a decision about my TANF benefits and do not agree with that decision?

I have other questions this publication does not answer. What else can I do?

GovBenefits

Where can I find a list of all federal benefit programs?

Where can I find a list of all state benefit programs?

Which government benefit programs am I eligible for?

The GovBenefits.gov website provides comprehensive information on federal and state benefit programs and eligibility requirements for these programs. A confidential online screening tool helps users find out what programs they should apply for.

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Last Updated: September 30, 2011 - 6:17pm

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