Overview
- Fair Food Network lifted the program’s $20 daily match cap, removed expiration on earned credits, and added many frozen fruits and vegetables to eligibility through December 31.
- Participants will receive a $40 produce voucher on November 1, delivered via Double Up cards or apps, store loyalty cards where available, or printed tokens at sites that use them.
- The Michigan Senate approved $71 million for food assistance efforts, including support for SNAP-related needs, with the bill awaiting House action after lawmakers return Tuesday.
- A judge ordered the federal government to tap contingency funds for SNAP, with the administration due to respond Monday, leaving November payment timing unresolved.
- Double Up Food Bucks operates at nearly 250 retail and farmers’ market locations statewide and is available automatically to Michigan Bridge Card holders.