POLITICSJul 28 · 21:48 UTCWRIC ABC8 RICHMONDEmma Goldkopf

'This data is heartbreaking': 100,000 less Virginians receiving SNAP benefits over last year

New data shows a 14% decrease in participation in Virginia's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) over the past 12 months, with 100,000 fewer Virginians receiving benefits due to program cuts.

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