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How the food stamp program works

President Donald Trump wants to radically overhaul the Social Security program, which covers more than 42 million people — or about one in eight Americans. There are misconceptions about food stamps, so CNN describes how the program works.

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The administration will cut funding for food stamps by more than 213 billion dollars, or almost 30% over the next decade.

Republicans have long wanted to reduce the size of food stamps, officially known as Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program or snap. They argue that the program is too large and replete with fraud.

According to the proposal, low-income Americans who receive at least 90 dollars a month - just over 80% of all SNAP recipients - will receive about half of their benefits in the form of ready-made food packages. USDA Foods. The food package will include, according to the draft budget, “ready-to-eat milk, cereals, pasta, peanut butter, beans, and canned fruits and vegetables.” Kits will not include fresh fruit or vegetables.

Supporters, however, argue that food stamps are an effective benefit that helps keep poor Americans from going hungry. They fear Trump's plan will leave most people without the food they need.

There is a misconception about food stamps, so CNN describes how the program works.

Who is eligible for food stamps?

In order to receive food stamps, families must meet three criteria. Their gross monthly income should be less than 130% of the poverty line or about $ 26 600 per year for a family of three.

Meanwhile, families where there is no elderly person or disabled person cannot have more than $ 2250 in assets, while families with such a person can have no more than $ 3500.

How many people get them?

Last year, more than 42,2 million Americans participated in the food stamp program. Their number for the last 4 year after the peak during the Great Recession has decreased.

Who gets them?

As of FY 2016, 44% of food stamp recipients were children and 12% were senior citizens over 60 years of age.

The rest were adults of working age.

About 57% are women, 43% are men.

About 36% are non-Hispanic whites and 26% are black. Another 17% are Hispanic and 3% are Asian. The race of 16% of participants is unknown.

About 11% of them are Americans up to 65 years of age with disabilities.

What is the average monthly payment?

On average, a family of three earns about $ 376 per month. They can spend money from one of the 260 000 retailers that participate in the program.

Food stamps often do not cover the cost of all meals per month, but this program should be in addition to the family budget.

What not to buy for food stamps?

Americans who receive food stamps may purchase a wide variety of products, but there are exceptions. Here's what they can't get: alcohol, cigarettes, hot dishes, pet food, soap and paper products, household items, or food that can be eaten at the store.

How much do food stamps cost?

Last year, the federal government spent just over 68 billions of dollars on SNAP. More than 93% of the funds goes to benefits that are credited to the card, and the rest covers administrative costs.

Should recipients work?

SNAP requires most able-bodied childless adults to work, and in some states parents must also work.

Adults without minor children can receive benefits only for three months during the 36 month period, if they do not work or do not participate in training programs lasting 20 hours per week. States may waive this requirement in those counties where unemployment is at least 10%, or there are not enough jobs, as determined by the Department of Labor.

The Trump administration budget requires more people to work.

What is the percentage of fraud?

According to a report by the USDA for 2013 a year, 1,3 cents for every dollar goes to fraudsters. Most of this happens when benefits are exchanged for cash or unsuitable merchandise, which usually happens at small retailers.

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