SNAP

A bill that targets fraud and abuse in Indiana’s welfare programs is now headed to the Governor. The language puts the state in line with new federal requirements, but some Democrats worry it could add more barriers for Hoosiers.

Senate Republicans have introduced a bill that aims to target fraud and abuse in Indiana’s welfare programs. Some of it puts the state in line with new federal requirements, but some Democrats worry it could cut eligible Hoosiers from benefits aimed at helping them.

Indiana has instituted new policies for its supplemental nutrition assistance program, or SNAP.

Indiana officials say the state can’t afford the additional costs to run SUN Bucks, the federal summer food program.

GiveDirectly got $50 gift cards out to SNAP recipients during last month’s shutdown through a new approach to cash assistance.

The deadline for states to decide whether to participate in SUNBucks — a federal program that helps provide funds during the summer — is approaching, after Indiana opted out of the program last year.

Potato chips and fruit juice are in; mints and soda are out.

More than a half-million Hoosiers will see their SNAP funding restored after the longest government shutdown in U.S. history.

The high court decision allows a lower court time to consider a more lasting pause. The Trump administration is appealing an order to fully fund November food aid for millions of people.

Here's a list of food distribution events, meal programs and other resources for assistance in Marion County.