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SNAP Program Changes: More Accurate Payments and Overpayment Recovery

This bill aims to improve how SNAP food assistance benefits are calculated to reduce payment errors. It introduces new rules for recovering overpaid funds, which may affect benefit recipients and taxpayer costs.
Key points
Starting in 2024, even small SNAP payment errors will be counted in state assessments to improve accuracy.
State agencies will be required to actively seek to recover any overpayments made to benefit recipients.
States' payment error rates will be reduced based on the percentage of overpayments recovered, encouraging more effective action.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_6501
Sponsor: Rep. Feenstra, Randy [R-IA-4]
Process start date: 2023-11-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Snap Back Inaccurate SNAP Payments Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6501.

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 2023-11-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Starting in 2024, even small SNAP payment errors will be counted in state assessments to improve accuracy.
  • State agencies will be required to actively seek to recover any overpayments made to benefit recipients.
  • States' payment error rates will be reduced based on the percentage of overpayments recovered, encouraging more effective action.
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. Feenstra, Randy [R-IA-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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