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Increased Food Assistance: Excluding Social Security Supplements from SNAP Income.

This bill aims to improve access to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) by changing how income is calculated. The key change is the exclusion of certain supplementary social security payments (like SSI supplementary payments) from the income used to determine SNAP eligibility. This means that individuals receiving these supplements will have a better chance of qualifying for SNAP or receiving higher food benefits, directly improving their financial situation and food security. These changes will take effect on October 1, 2024.
Key points
Supplementary social security payments (similar to SSI supplements) will no longer be counted as income when applying for SNAP food assistance.
This change may increase the number of people eligible for SNAP or raise the amount of food benefits received.
The bill also shifts the annual Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) date used for SNAP income calculations from July 1 to January 1.
The new rules will become effective starting October 1, 2024.
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Additional Information
COLAs Don’t Count Act of 2024
Print number: S 3806
Sponsor: Sen. Welch, Peter [D-VT]
Process start date: 2024-02-27
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Increased Food Assistance: Excluding Social Security Supplements from SNAP Income.

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is S 3806.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-02-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Supplementary social security payments (similar to SSI supplements) will no longer be counted as income when applying for SNAP food assistance.
  • This change may increase the number of people eligible for SNAP or raise the amount of food benefits received.
  • The bill also shifts the annual Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) date used for SNAP income calculations from July 1 to January 1.
  • The new rules will become effective starting 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 Sen. Welch, Peter [D-VT].

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.

Analysis and Potential Impact of S 3806

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