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Food Assistance Boost for Seniors: Social Security Payments Excluded from Income.

This bill aims to increase food assistance (SNAP) access for low-income seniors and disabled individuals. It mandates that payments received under Social Security (Title II benefits) will no longer be counted as income when determining eligibility for food stamps. This change allows more low-income citizens to qualify for support or receive higher SNAP benefits, improving their food security.
Key points
Social Security payments (retirement, disability, survivor benefits) will be excluded from the income calculation for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
This exclusion is designed to increase the amount of food assistance received or qualify individuals who were previously ineligible due to their Social Security income.
The new rules will take effect 90 days after the law is enacted.
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Print number: 118_S_2579
Sponsor: Sen. Hirono, Mazie K. [D-HI]
Process start date: 2023-07-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Keep Kupuna Fed Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2579.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-07-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Social Security payments (retirement, disability, survivor benefits) will be excluded from the income calculation for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
  • This exclusion is designed to increase the amount of food assistance received or qualify individuals who were previously ineligible due to their Social Security income.
  • The new rules will take effect 90 days after the law is enacted.
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 Sen. Hirono, Mazie K. [D-HI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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