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SNAP Rules Update: Cost-of-Living Adjustments Won't Reduce Benefits.

This bill aims to ensure that cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) and certain supplementary payments are not counted as income when determining eligibility for the SNAP food assistance program. This means individuals receiving these benefits will not lose access to food assistance or have their benefits reduced due to an increase in their COLA income. The changes will take effect on October 1, 2024.
Key points
Cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) from Social Security and Railroad Retirement will not be counted as income for SNAP eligibility.
Supplementary payments from Social Security (Section 1616) will also be excluded from income calculations for SNAP.
Individuals already receiving SNAP will not lose eligibility or have their benefits reduced due to these increases.
The changes will become effective on October 1, 2024.
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Print number: 118_HR_5086
Sponsor: Rep. Moore, Gwen [D-WI-4]
Process start date: 2023-07-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

COLAs Don’t Count Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5086.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-07-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) from Social Security and Railroad Retirement will not be counted as income for SNAP eligibility.
  • Supplementary payments from Social Security (Section 1616) will also be excluded from income calculations for SNAP.
  • Individuals already receiving SNAP will not lose eligibility or have their benefits reduced due to these increases.
  • The changes will become effective on October 1, 2024.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Moore, Gwen [D-WI-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition, Foreign Agriculture, and Horticulture.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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