Louisiana modernizes access to WIC food assistance benefits

Louisiana’s extra food assistance program for women, infants and children will come with a new benefits card that can be used at grocery stores starting Aug. 1.

By: Julie O'Donoghue

Outlets: Louisiana Illuminator

Published: July 30, 2026

Words: 233

Last Updated: 3 days, 8 hours ago

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Louisiana’s extra food assistance program for women, infants and children will come with a new benefits card that can be used at grocery stores starting Saturday.

The new card allows state officials to upload the program’s benefits remotely. Previously, WIC enrollees had to report to an office every three months to have their benefits replenished in person.

“This long-awaited modernization makes the program more convenient, accessible and responsive to the needs …

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