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Perdue takes no stance on requests for SNAP benefits increase

04/08/20 2:47 PM By Steve Davies
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Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue declined to weigh in on calls by Democratic leaders for a 15% increase in SNAP benefits, saying USDA’s job is to provide technical advice.
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