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SNAP Benefits Increase Effective October 1 to Combat Inflation

Starting October 1, SNAP benefits will increase due to an annual cost-of-living adjustment aimed at offsetting inflation. The changes will affect eligibility and benefit amounts for millions of recipients across the country.

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