Examines characteristics of households participating in the Food Stamp Program in 1998, finding that participation decreased by 13 percent from 1997. Fifty-eight percent of participating households contain children, and 68 percent of these are single-parent households.

Examines changes in the characteristics of households receiving food stamps before and after welfare reform. For copies, contact the Food and Nutrition Service, (703) 305-2133.

This study assesses the potential impact of establishing the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in Puerto Rico, including the administrative burden and costs to both the U.S. government and the government of Puerto Rico.

This report integrates and summarizes findings on performance measurement for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program modernization initiatives across the 45 study states including how they monitor and measure performance. It also includes suggestions for performance measures and standards to...

In response to the economic downturn and increasing food prices, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) raised the maximum Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) benefit by 13.6 percent, effective April 2009. This study identifies how spending patterns, such as the rate at...

This report investigates SNAP caseload dynamics from 2004 to 2006. It describes individuals' patterns of participation and explores reasons for entering and leaving SNAP, how long participants receive SNAP benefits, and whether they return to the program after exiting. It also examines whether...

Final report of a quasi-experimental impact evaluation of three pilot projects to improve SNAP access among Medicare Extra Help applicants or participants.