Food stamp cutoff concerns advocates for poor in Mississippi
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) – Social service providers say they’re unsure what to expect as 75,000 Mississippians could lose their food stamps on March 30 if they don’t find work or training.
Gov. Phil Bryant decided Mississippi wouldn’t seek an extension on a federal waiver from the work rules, explaining he wants the state Department of Human Resources to steer people to jobs.
The Mississippi Center for Justice warns the state is making a mistake because unemployment remains high. The advocacy group questions whether state government can create enough alternative community service, work and training positions for people who can’t find jobs.
The change applies to able-bodied adults between the ages of 18 and 49 who have no dependents at home.
