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Food Stamp Act of 1964

The Food Stamp Act of 1964 made the pilot food stamp experiments permanent and established a national, cooperative federal-state program designed to improve nutrition for low-income households and bolster the agricultural economy.

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What were the key provisions of the 1964 Food Stamp Act and how did they differ from earlier pilot programs?

The Food Stamp Act of 1964 made the pilot food stamp experiments permanent and established a national, cooperative federal‑state program designed to improve nutrition for low‑income households and bol...