Snap Research Paper
Gracy Vandertap
Kacee Belcher
ENC 1102
8 June 2016
How Are People Affected By The Re-imposed Time Limits and Work Requirement Set on SNAP in 2016?
An Annotated Bibliography
Critical Preface
The reinstatement of the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation act of 1996 (PRWORA) on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), also known as food stamps, has been gradually increasing problems for individuals in North Miami, Florida. Although it seems like the reinstatement would not have a huge impact because there is a low unemployment rate in Florida, I was unaware that there are people who want to work but cannot find a job. For this research project, I plan to find out what resources can help the people of North Miami …show more content…
“More Than 500,000 Adults Will Lose SNAP Benefits in 2016 as Waivers Expire”. Center on Budget and Policy Priorities. N.p., 18 Mar. 2016. Web. 23 May 2016.
This article is a report in the “food assistance” section of the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities website. Bolen et. al’s information comes from deep expertise, research, and analyzation of SNAP policies. This reports on the thousands of adults who will lose their SNAP benefits in 2016 and provides information on the 1996 welfare law that is taking effect once again and the people who are being affected by this and why. Bolen et. al explains that there are few states that provide work or job training to all who need it, reports and provides statistics of those in history who have lost their benefits when the time limit is imposed and takes effect on those who tend to be poor. In addition, the authors provide information on factors that contribute to unsuccessful employment and solutions that that will help individuals retain their benefits. Analyzed by experts in the food assistance field, the article provides full-length detail on the logistics of the changes implemented. This report will give me information on why people are losing their benefits and what can be done to help people keep their
Kacee Belcher
ENC 1102
8 June 2016
How Are People Affected By The Re-imposed Time Limits and Work Requirement Set on SNAP in 2016?
An Annotated Bibliography
Critical Preface
The reinstatement of the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation act of 1996 (PRWORA) on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), also known as food stamps, has been gradually increasing problems for individuals in North Miami, Florida. Although it seems like the reinstatement would not have a huge impact because there is a low unemployment rate in Florida, I was unaware that there are people who want to work but cannot find a job. For this research project, I plan to find out what resources can help the people of North Miami …show more content…
“More Than 500,000 Adults Will Lose SNAP Benefits in 2016 as Waivers Expire”. Center on Budget and Policy Priorities. N.p., 18 Mar. 2016. Web. 23 May 2016.
This article is a report in the “food assistance” section of the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities website. Bolen et. al’s information comes from deep expertise, research, and analyzation of SNAP policies. This reports on the thousands of adults who will lose their SNAP benefits in 2016 and provides information on the 1996 welfare law that is taking effect once again and the people who are being affected by this and why. Bolen et. al explains that there are few states that provide work or job training to all who need it, reports and provides statistics of those in history who have lost their benefits when the time limit is imposed and takes effect on those who tend to be poor. In addition, the authors provide information on factors that contribute to unsuccessful employment and solutions that that will help individuals retain their benefits. Analyzed by experts in the food assistance field, the article provides full-length detail on the logistics of the changes implemented. This report will give me information on why people are losing their benefits and what can be done to help people keep their