The regular SNAP maximum benefit amount a family of four can receive in September is $782 and starting Oct. 1 that amount increases to $835.
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New law brings WIC farmers market program to Missouri
Missourians eligible for WIC will soon be able to use their vouchers at farmers markets thanks to a new law.
DSS invites public comment on Low-Income Assistance Program Plans
The LIHWAP and the LIHEAP will serve eligible individuals through the help of local Community Action Agencies or other non-profit organizations.
Missouri lowers substitute teacher requirements to address shortage
Those seeking a substitute teaching certificate will be able to pursue it through alternative training as the state faces a shortage.
Missouri opens Medicaid to expansion population yet warns of 2 month delay
"The necessary funding to cover the health care costs of the expanded population remains the issue."
Rehder’s Resiliency: Why the freshman senator feels called to empower others
"My experiences are just incredibly unique and so I feel my voice is needed."
Jessica Seitz named new Missouri KidsFirst director
After serving as interim director for the past two months, Jessica Seitz was named Missouri KidsFirst’s newest executive director this week.
St. Louis to assist tenants after federal eviction moratorium ends
The city of St. Louis will begin issuing direct housing assistance payments to tenants after the federal eviction moratorium lapsed.
Capitol Briefs: Missouri Farm Bureau, St. Louis Cardinals teaming up for food drive
Baseball fans can help fight food insecurity next week as part of a food drive in collaboration with the Missouri Farm Bureau.
Parson hopes for swift action on Medicaid expansion
"I don’t think this is something we can sit on for months and say we’re not going to do anything."