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OBBBA Cuts SNAP, Endangers 15 Million Families' Futures

7/11/2025

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The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) threatens the well-being of low-income families by slashing SNAP benefits, excluding internet service costs from eligibility. This heartless decision impacts over 2 million children and 13 million households, forcing families to choose between food and vital online access for education and job opportunities, deepening the cycle of poverty.

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Story summary

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) threatens the well-being of low-income families by slashing SNAP benefits, excluding internet service costs from eligibility. This heartless decision impacts over 2 million children and 13 million households, forcing families to choose between food and vital online access for education and job opportunities, deepening the cycle of poverty.