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Food Stamps: An Overview http://www.law.cornell.edu/topics/food_stamps.html Source: Legal Information Institute, Cornell Law School 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. full description	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?
Code of Federal Regulations Part 404--Federal Old-Age, Survivors and Disability Insurance http://www.law.cornell.edu/socsec/regs/20cfr404.ht Source: Cornell Law School/The Legal Information Institute Link to part 404 of the Code of Federal Regulations on Federal Old-Age, Survivors and Disability Insurance. full description	What is the law on Federal Old Age, Survivors and Disability Insurance? How is fully insured status determined? How is currently insured status determined? How is disability insured status determined? What is a quarter of coverage? How are primary insurance amounts computed? Who is entitled to old-age benefits? Who is entitled to disability benefits?
American Association of People with Disabilities http://www.aapd-dc.org/ Source: American Association of People with Disabilities The American Association of People with Disabilities is the largest national nonprofit cross-disability member organization in the United States. They work in coalition with other disability organizations for the full implementation and enforcement of disability nondiscrimination laws, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Rehabilitation Act. The site includes membership benefits, information about AAPD, Recent News regarding disability issues, and links to other related sites. full description	What is the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD)? Where can I find out more about other advocacy groups for people with disabilities?
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) for Teen Parents http://www.lawhelp.org/WA/showdocument.cfm/County/ Source: Northwest Justice Project Information for low income teens who have children or are pregnant about how to get Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF). full description	How can I get financial help for myself and my children? What if DSHS says I cannot get TANF? How long may I get TANF? Who is exempt from the 5 year lifetime limit? How much money will I get? How will I be paid? Will my parents income be considered for TANF? Do I have to go to school if my child is a newborn? Do I have to go to school if I'm pregnant? What if I already have my diploma? What if I don't want to live with my parents or legal guardian? May I live with the father of my child if he is 18 years or older? May I get childcare while I am in school? Can my child get help if I don?t comply with all these rules?
GovBenefits http://www.govbenefits.gov/govbenefits_en.portal Source: GovBenefits.gov 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. full description	Where can I find a list of all federal benefit programs? What can I find a list of all state benefit programs? Which government benefit programs am I eligible for?