food stamps

Connecticut and New York are suing to stop the Trump administration from suspending SNAP payments on Nov. 1. They’re joining 20 other states and the District of Columbia.

By easing eligibility requirements, Connecticut has expanded the number of SNAP recipients by 8,959 individuals and 4,980 households, officials said.

Nearly 3,800 Connecticut food stamp recipients live in towns with no retailers that accept SNAP benefits. How do they fill in the gaps?

People who get assistance from the federal food stamp program will see a reduction in their monthly benefit starting Friday.As part of the federal…