Federal food assistance could end for some children
Nearly 5 million kids might miss out on extra money for food if they don't sign up for a federal assistance program by July 14. It's called the Pandemic Electronic Benefits Transfer Program, or PEBT. It's providing $120 over the summer to families whose kids qualify for free or reduced-price lunches during the school year. The vast majority of states are taking part in the program this summer but eight states, including Texas, have not joined yet.