Nebraska Appleseed says 40,000 have lost SNAP benefits since federal changes took effect

Omaha nonprofit Restoring Dignity says more than 470 refugee families in its programs have lost SNAP benefits, affecting approximately 2,350 people.

October 20, 2026Updated: October 20, 2026

By Naydu Daza Maya

Nebraska Appleseed says 40,000 have lost SNAP benefits since federal changes took effect

Volunteer Joel Hernandez helps load a vehicle during a food distribution targeting federal employee households affected by the federal shutdown as well as SNAP recipients, Monday, Oct. 27, 2025, in San Antonio. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

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