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Increasing SNAP Purchasing Power Reduces Food Insecurity and Improves Child Outcomes

This Brookings Institution blog reviews the impact of SNAP in reducing food insecurity by geography. Presently, there are almost no differences in SNAP benefit formulas by state except Alaska and Hawaii. Data shows that geographical variation in food insecurity results from higher food prices in some states, which is associated with diminished SNAP purchasing power and greater food insecurity.
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Partner Resources
National/International
National
Topics/Subtopics
Supportive Services
SNAP/Food Assistance
Special Populations
Publication Date
2018-07-24
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