Shutdown causes turmoil for some military families’ food assistance
In the most recent DOD survey of active-duty military spouses, about 7% said they were using WIC benefits and 1% said they were using SNAP.
By Karen Jowers
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Opinion
Why food insecurity remains a challenge for troops and their families
The unique challenges and lived experiences of service members result in a disproportionate rate of food insecurity, the authors of this op-ed write.
By Shannon Razsadin and Dave Flitman
Military food insecurity is getting a Pentagon-level review
The Pentagon is giving its personnel chief 90 days to come up with a plan to address economic insecurity in the force.
‘A national outrage’: Lawmakers seek solutions to food insecurity in military, veteran families
Should junior enlisted families receive automatic SNAP benefits for six months after leaving the military?
By Karen Jowers
Bill would create allowance for military families with food insecurity
The bill would open up SNAP benefits for many more service members.
The surprising population left behind by SNAP? The military
Food security for military families should be considered a matter of national security, says the author of this commentary.
By Abby J. Leibman