SNAP increases – and changes to who qualifies – take effect Oct. 1

USA TODAY - For more and to sign up click here Alix Martichoux (NEXSTAR) – As inflation continues to drive grocery prices higher, food assistance benefits are going up, as well – but not by much. On Oct. 1, 2024, several changes with the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, are kicking in, including new maximum benefit amounts. SNAP, which used to be called the Food Stamp Program, is designed to…