Department of Social Services
Family Support Division
PO Box 2320
Jefferson City, Missouri
TO: ALL FAMILY SUPPORT OFFICES
FROM: KIM EVANS, DIRECTOR
SUBJECT: FOOD STAMP PROGRAM NAME CHANGE TO SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (SNAP)
DISCUSSION:
This memorandum is to notify staff that the Food Stamp Program name changed to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) effective September 23, 2020. The change is in compliance with Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) Federal Regulation 7 CRF Parts 271 and 274, which the program name from Food Stamps to SNAP.
Begin using the program name, SNAP in place of Food Stamps in daily business. Forms, notices, and system updates will occur over the next twelve (12) months.
NECESSARY ACTION:
- Review this memorandum with appropriate staff.
KE/ks