Two Iowa Counties Granted One-Week Food Stamp Extension
Release Date: June 12, 2008
Release Number: 1763-015
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DES MOINES, Iowa -- Emergency food stamp benefits have been extended for residents of Black Hawk and Butler counties.
Iowans who have experienced storm related expenses -- such as job disruptions, uninsured losses, cleanup, or replacement of ruined food -- may be eligible for food stamps even if they do not qualify for the regular food stamp program.
The maximum benefit for a family of four is $540. People currently receiving food stamps may be eligible for additional benefits.
The original deadline was extended for a week at the request of the Iowa Department of Human Services, which administers the aid. The extension was granted by the Food and Nutrition Service (FNS), which is a division of the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
The emergency program is available only in counties with a presidential disaster declaration and, separately, those approved by FNS.
In Butler County, applications for disaster food assistance will be accepted through Tuesday, June 17, at the Veteran's Memorial Building in Parkersburg. In Black Hawk County, applications will be accepted through Wednesday, June 18, at the Iowa Department of Human Services, 1407 Independence Ave., in Waterloo.
The disaster food assistance will come in the form of a debit-like swipe card, which is activated within a few hours of the application approval.
For more information, contact the Iowa Department of Human Services toll-free at 877-937-3663.
FEMA coordinates the federal government's role in preparing for, preventing, mitigating the effects of, responding to, and recovering from all domestic disasters, whether natural or man-made, including acts of terror.
Last Modified: Thursday, 12-Jun-2008 20:40:32