Elena Cooper

SNAP Rule Change on November 1: Here’s Everything You Need to Know!

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The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is the nation’s largest anti-hunger program. Beginning November 1, 2025, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will fully implement expanded work-related time limits for Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABAWDs)—a shift widely associated with the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) of 2025. Supporters say the reform promotes work and … Read more

Social Security COLA 2026: 2.7% Raise Coming for Retirees

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As inflation continues to impact daily living costs, the Social Security COLA for 2026 is expected to provide some financial relief to retirees, people with disabilities, and survivors. While the projected 2.7% increase is modest compared to the record hikes of recent years, it still represents a necessary adjustment to help maintain purchasing power for … Read more