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Chicago volunteers rally as 80-hour SNAP rule threatens 120k.

5/3/2026

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Chicago Groups Aid SNAP

Community groups across Chicago are mobilizing volunteers to help SNAP recipients meet the new 80-hour work requirement.
The Illinois Department of Human Services says the 80-hour monthly work rule will disqualify 120,000 adults from SNAP starting Friday.
Greater Chicago Food Depository and Legal Aid Chicago provide help to those losing SNAP benefits.
Those earning $935 after expenses may request exemptions and access the Job Ready Illinois training.

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Nevada SNAP Cut

Nevada law requires 18-64 to work, volunteer, or join a program at least 20 hours per week for SNAP benefits.
The three-month SNAP work-requirement grace period ended on May 1 and cut benefits for about 28,000 Nevada residents.
Illinois says the new 80-hour monthly work rule will disqualify 120,000 adults from SNAP Friday.
Food-bank officials warn rising grocery and gas prices boost demand as SNAP enrollment falls nationwide.

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Chicago Groups Aid SNAP

Community groups across Chicago are mobilizing volunteers to help SNAP recipients meet the new 80-hour work requirement.
The Illinois Department of Human Services says the 80-hour monthly work rule will disqualify 120,000 adults from SNAP starting Friday.
Greater Chicago Food Depository and Legal Aid Chicago provide help to those losing SNAP benefits.
Those earning $935 after expenses may request exemptions and access the Job Ready Illinois training.

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