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Student Loan Payments Can Now Lower Income for Food Assistance Benefits.

This bill allows households applying for food assistance (SNAP) to deduct their monthly student loan payments from their total income. This change aims to lower the calculated income for eligible families, potentially making more people qualify for benefits or increasing the amount they receive. The deduction applies to both federal and private student loans.
Key points
Allows families to subtract monthly student loan payments (federal and private) when calculating income for food assistance eligibility (SNAP).
Lowering countable income can help households qualify for higher SNAP benefits or become eligible if they weren't before.
The changes will take effect 180 days after the law is enacted.
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Print number: 118_S_3807
Sponsor: Sen. Welch, Peter [D-VT]
Process start date: 2024-02-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Student Loan Deduction Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3807.

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:

  • Allows families to subtract monthly student loan payments (federal and private) when calculating income for food assistance eligibility (SNAP).
  • Lowering countable income can help households qualify for higher SNAP benefits or become eligible if they weren't before.
  • The changes will take effect 180 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. 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.

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