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Expanding Food Assistance and Basic Needs Support for College Students

This Act expands college students' eligibility for the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), making it easier for low-income students and work-study participants to qualify. It also establishes demonstration projects allowing SNAP benefits to be used in campus dining halls and authorizes $1 billion annually in grants for colleges to address students' basic needs like food, housing, and healthcare.
Key points
Easier access to food stamps (SNAP) for students, including those eligible for maximum Pell Grants or work-study programs.
Authorizes $1 billion annually for grants to colleges to build infrastructure supporting students' basic needs (e.g., food pantries, temporary housing).
Students applying for federal financial aid will receive information about other federal social programs they may qualify for (e.g., housing, healthcare).
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_9521
Sponsor: Rep. Hayes, Jahana [D-CT-5]
Process start date: 2024-09-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Student Food Security Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_9521.

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 2024-09-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Easier access to food stamps (SNAP) for students, including those eligible for maximum Pell Grants or work-study programs.
  • Authorizes $1 billion annually for grants to colleges to build infrastructure supporting students' basic needs (e.g., food pantries, temporary housing).
  • Students applying for federal financial aid will receive information about other federal social programs they may qualify for (e.g., housing, healthcare).
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. Hayes, Jahana [D-CT-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation, Research, and Biotechnology.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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