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'''Food Stamp''' is a federal assistance program in the United States, officially known as the [[Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program]] (SNAP). It is administered by the [[United States Department of Agriculture]] (USDA), specifically through its [[Food and Nutrition Service]] (FNS). The program aims to provide low-income individuals and families with funds to purchase food, thereby combating [[food insecurity]] and [[poverty]].

== History ==

The Food Stamp program was first implemented in 1939 as a response to the [[Great Depression]]. It was initially a temporary measure to both alleviate [[hunger]] and to stimulate the economy by supporting the agricultural sector. The program was made permanent in 1964 under the administration of President [[Lyndon B. Johnson]].

== Eligibility and Benefits ==

Eligibility for Food Stamps is based on income, resources, and the number of individuals in a household. The USDA sets the income limits and benefit amounts, which are adjusted annually for [[inflation]]. Benefits are distributed monthly through an [[Electronic Benefit Transfer]] (EBT) card, which can be used to purchase eligible food items at authorized retailers.

== Criticism and Controversy ==

The Food Stamp program has been subject to criticism and controversy. Some argue that it discourages work and creates dependency, while others contend that it does not provide enough support to truly alleviate food insecurity. There have also been concerns about fraud and misuse of benefits.

== See Also ==

* [[Welfare in the United States]]
* [[Poverty in the United States]]
* [[Hunger in the United States]]

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