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SNAP Cuts Hit Families Hard | Seattle News
As SNAP benefits shrink under new federal rules, families across Washington are turning to food banks for survival—like Elmer Miller, a retired Tacoma resident whose wife’s benefits dropped to just $25 a month. H.R.1, now a year old, imposes work requirements and restricts access, leaving thousands—including Martha Partida, whose benefits plummeted from $300 to $23—struggling to choose between food and bills. Food bank visits have surged 220% since 2019, even among employed individuals, while utility allowances slashed another $56 monthly for nearly 20,000 households. Older adults and those…
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