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Double Up Food Bucks

Coverage of Double Up Food Bucks in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: May 26 · 10:55 UTCMost recent: May 28 · 12:00 UTC
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Missouriplace2Mike Kehoeperson2SNAPtopic2U.S. Department of Agricultureorganization1Missouri Department of Social Servicesorganization1SuN Bucksorganization1One Big Beautiful Bill Acttopic1Mid-America Regional Councilorganization1Ian Mackeyperson1
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  • HEALTHMay 28 · 12:00 UTCMISSOURI INDEPENDENT
    Missouri plans food benefit restrictions, but grocers say details remain unclear

    Missouri plans to restrict SNAP and SuN Bucks purchases of sugary and processed foods starting October 2025, affecting 300,000 families. Grocers seek clarity on implementation details, while the state faces reduced federal SNAP funding and a decline in participants. Governor Mike Kehoe's executive order aims to promote healthy eating through restrictions and partnerships with local farmers.

  • POLITICSMay 26 · 10:55 UTCMISSOURI INDEPENDENT
    Missouri cut aid for fruit and vegetable purchases after SNAP junk food push

    Missouri lawmakers eliminated $2 million in state funding for the Double Up Food Bucks program, which doubles SNAP benefits for fresh produce purchases, despite earlier efforts to restrict SNAP use for sugary foods. The program, operated by the Mid-America Regional Council, faces reduced stability and expansion challenges in areas beyond the Kansas City region.