| Source | CBS Local |
|---|---|
| Original Load Date | May 7, 2026, 5 p.m. |
| Last Updated | May 7, 2026, 5 p.m. |
| Original URL | https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/snap-certification-rules-retailers-grocery-stores-farmers-markets/ |
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With [ tens of thousands of people in Illinois already losing their SNAP
benefits ][8] due to new stricter eligibility rules that went into effect this
month, it could also soon get tougher for stores to get certified to accept food
stamp benefits.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture on Thursday an...