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What to know about the new changes to SNAP benefits

NPR | By A Martínez

Published March 2, 2026 at 3:39 AM CST

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NPR's A Martinez speaks with Ty Jones Cox of the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities about new work requirements for recipients of SNAP benefits, also known as food stamps.

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A Martínez

A Martínez is one of the hosts of Morning Edition and Up First. He came to NPR in 2021 and is based out of NPR West.