GOOD NEWS! Governor Mike Kehoe and the Missouri Department of Social Services announced the appointment of Josh Moore, PharmD, as Director of the MO HealthNet Division. , bringing over 14 years of experience in pharmacy and public health leadership to the role.
📢DSS announced today that due to the federal government shutdown, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Service (USDA-FNS) has informed state agencies that November 2025 SNAP cannot be issued at this time.
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Today, we submitted Missouri's waiver request to @USDA_FNS to refocus Missouri's SNAP program and support the purchase of healthy foods.
Healthy and nutritionally secure Missouri families are critical to supporting a path to self-sufficiency and, ultimately, a thriving state.
Under the Trump administration, states are taking action to ensure that taxpayer dollars are better used to promote healthy, nutritious food purchases. With approximately $1.5 billion in annual SNAP benefits issued in Missouri, we must refocus our SNAP program to maximize nutritional health for families while also supporting the abundant agricultural output of our state. 🍎🌽🍗
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GOOD NEWS! The Missouri Department of Social Services (DSS) today announced the appointment of Mandi Adams as Director of the DSS Family Support Division (FSD), effective immediately.
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The Missouri DSS Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline celebrates its 50th anniversary, recognizing five decades of service in responding to calls and ensuring children's safety and well-being across the state.
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Behind every number is a dad, brother, or friend. Share these stats and help men feel seen, heard, and supported. #MensMentalHealthMonth
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Missouri SuN Bucks helps families buy food for their school-aged children during the summer months when school is not in session. (2/2)
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☀️ SuN Bucks Annoucement ☀️ DSS announced today it is accepting applications for the second year of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (S-EBT) Program, known as “Missouri SuN Bucks.” (1/2)
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Tonight, the Missouri State Capitol shines blue in recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Month.
Every child deserves to grow up safe, loved, and supported. Throughout Child Abuse Prevention Month, we renew our commitment to safeguard our most vulnerable, build stronger families, and create safer communities.
ANNNOUCEMENT - Today, DSS announced the appointment of Sara Smith as Director of the Missouri Children’s Division. Smith will assume the role of Children’s Division Director within DSS, effective March 13, 2025.
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Exciting News! Jess Bax was confirmed as the Director of DSS following an affirmative vote from the Missouri Senate! We are beyond excited to be collaborating with Director Bax in our mission to empower Missourians to live safe, healthy, and productive lives!