The plan, part of the Republican domestic policy bill, includes all but the wealthiest families. But states must opt in, which could limit its reach.

Big cuts are still likely on the way to the federal food stamps, but the U.S. Senate has rolled back some of the more aggressive work requirements the U.S. House was trying to add to the program.

A law providing $8.5 billion in new funding for Texas public schools lacks the spending flexibility that previously let ...

Gov. Greg Abbott vetoed a $60 million federal food aid for Texas families, ending hopes for summer support for low-income ...