The federal government’s temporary SNAP eligibility extension allowed students to enroll in food benefits, but will end on May 16.
“Gov. Cuomo expanded SNAP eligibility to include nearly an additional 75,000 students,” Suha Chaudhury from Swipe Out Hunger told The Ticker. “The expanded eligibility allowed additional criteria to be included when determining SNAP eligibility.”
The extension lasts for 30 days after the government lifts the public health emergency. It is set to expire on April 16, which leads to the end of the new eligibility additions on May 16.
Hunger can be detrimental to any student’s health and opens doors for diet-related diseases, depression and anxiety. In addition, students’ academics are likely to suffer, as fatigue caused by a lack of essential nutrients can lead to poor concentration in the classroom, according to health experts.
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April 9, 2022
