Illinois to add 30000 WIC clients with federal funds
Illinois Public Health will expand the Women, Infants and Children program from 60,000 to 90,000 clients for the remainder of the federal year. The cutoff income rises from 145 to 185 percent of the poverty level, targeting pregnant women, new mothers, and children up to four. Hotline (800) 572-3270.
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Illinois to receive more free cheese in mid May
Illinois officials report a new federal giveaway will supply 3.5 million pounds of processed American cheese to assist the needy by mid May. Gov James R. Thompson announced the request, tripling last month's 1.5 million pound distribution, with the program to run over six months beginning in May.
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James R. Thompson
Illinois Public Aid Department
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