SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A measure to expand options for people experiencing food insecurity spearheaded by state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, recently became law in Illinois. “Far too many Illinoisans don’t have a place to prepare, store or cook food in order to receive...
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Nicholas Smith, D-Chicago, is sponsoring legislation requiring colleges to notify students who are eligible to receive benefits under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). “Many college students face tough choices between...
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Elderly, disabled and homeless families without the ability to prepare their own meals would be able to use Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits to purchase hot and prepared food under legislation sponsored by state Rep....