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WASHINGTON, D.C. —The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced an investment exceeding $46 million. This funding is dedicated to advancing access to healthy foods and fostering local food system …
USDA Commits $46 Million to Address Food and Nutrition Insecurity in Underserved Communities Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a move to bolster the dairy industry and improve nutritional access for low-income families, U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) has thrown his support behind two pivotal …
Senator Casey Champions Legislative Efforts to Boost Dairy Industry and Nutrition Read More
STATE COLLEGE, PA — Amid growing concerns about food insecurity on college campuses, Department of Human Services Secretary Dr. Val Arkoosh visited Penn State to spotlight efforts by students to …
Student-Led Initiatives Tackle Food Insecurity at Penn State Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) is urging all Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) beneficiaries to take extra precautions to protect their Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) cards …
DHS Urges SNAP Beneficiaries to Protect EBT Cards from Skimming Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A group of Democratic senators is calling on the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) to ensure Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) cards are included in a forthcoming rule …
Senators Press for EBT Card Protections in Upcoming CFPB Rule Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania officials announced a new initiative aimed at keeping children well-nourished during the summer months when school is out. The Department of Human Services (DHS) Secretary Dr. …
Pennsylvania Launches SUN Bucks Program to Combat Summer Hunger Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) is urging recipients of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits to protect their Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards from skimming …
Pennsylvania DHS Warns SNAP Recipients of Card Skimming Threat Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA), Chairman of the Food and Nutrition, Specialty Crops, Organics, and Research Subcommittee, has sent a follow-up letter to the U.S. Department of …
Senators Seek Clarity on New SNAP Eligibility Rules Amid Concerns Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — First Lady Lori Shapiro and Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding joined forces with Sharing Excess, a food rescue operation at the Philadelphia Wholesale Produce Market, to tackle food …
Fighting Food Waste: Pennsylvania’s Push to Ensure Access to Nutritious Food Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) has issued a warning to residents about a sophisticated text message scam aimed at individuals receiving benefits from the Supplemental …
Pennsylvania Warns of Scam Targeting SNAP Recipients via Text Messages Read More