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SNAP Online Grocery Purchasing Pilot Program Launches Wednesday
May12

SNAP Online Grocery Purchasing Pilot Program Launches Wednesday

AUSTIN – The Texas Health and Human Services Commission today announced the planned launch of a statewide Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Or SNAP Online Grocery Purchasing Pilot Program. SNAP recipients will be able to purchase groceries online at participating retailers for curbside pickup or delivery starting Wednesday. “As we respond to this pandemic, the state of Texas is committed to helping SNAP recipients throughout...

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Texans Can Use SNAP For Online Grocery Purchases At Partnering Retailers Soon
Apr23

Texans Can Use SNAP For Online Grocery Purchases At Partnering Retailers Soon

AUSTIN –Texas Health and Human Services recently received federal approval to allow Texans to use Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) for online grocery purchases during the COVID-19 pandemic. The pilot program is expected to start by May 18 statewide. “By allowing SNAP recipients to purchase groceries online throughout the COVID-19 response, we are removing barriers to healthy and nutritious food for many families...

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A Year in Review – Family Nutrition
Dec23

A Year in Review – Family Nutrition

A Year in Review – Family Nutrition This is the 4th column pertaining to major educational programming provided by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service in Hopkins County.  Because of the variety of programming, my day is never boring, as it is different every day!  Today, I’ll focus on family nutrition. According to the 2013 U.S. Census Bureau, 18% of all individuals residing in Hopkins County are living below the poverty level. ...

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