Local Advocates Applaud StateFunded SNAP Benefits Boost

HYANNIS – Amid a surge in food insecurity, local advocates are praising recent action by state lawmakers that will provide state-funded SNAP benefits expansions through June. Family Pantry of Cape Cod Executive Director Christine Menard said that they have seen a significant rise in users since the beginning of supply chain issues linked to rising fuel costs and the war in Ukraine. “They’re just going to get the 40% of the federal benefits put back on their card. So this is good news for the families, especially right now,” said Menard. “The summer work hasn’t picked up all the way…