Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the federal government has provided a range of programs to support individuals, families, and communities.

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Federal Programs Provide Assistance During COVID-19

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the federal government has provided a range of programs to support individuals, families, and communities. While some of these programs are long-standing, others were formed in direct response to the challenges created or exacerbated by the public health emergency. As we continue to move forward towards a "new normal," the following resources remain available for those in need:

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  *   The Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP)<https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDUsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMTA2MjUuNDI0MjkyODEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hY2YuaGhzLmdvdi9vY3MvcHJvZ3JhbXMvbGlod2FwIn0.yCASPBLQjba0PdUL93vyZxwQBdq_xnd893rMe2r6PUw/s/1527327974/br/108459622036-l> from ACF is a new emergency program that provides funds to low-income households for water and wastewater bills, helps avoid water shut offs, and supports water system reconnections caused by missed payments during the pandemic.
  *   The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)<https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDYsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMTA2MjUuNDI0MjkyODEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5mbnMudXNkYS5nb3Yvc25hcC9zdXBwbGVtZW50YWwtbnV0cml0aW9uLWFzc2lzdGFuY2UtcHJvZ3JhbSJ9.GRwhRoY25IWZ_dj5kenjM9tqZ63Hryt_U7TkC5Ggsjo/s/1527327974/br/108459622036-l> from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) provides monthly benefits that help families purchase healthy food from authorized retail food stores.

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