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New Work Requirements for Food Assistance and Medicaid Healthcare

This bill introduces new work requirements for individuals receiving food stamps (SNAP) and Medicaid healthcare. This means that to receive these benefits, many individuals will need to work, perform community service, or participate in work programs for a specified number of hours per month. These changes could affect access to assistance for those who do not meet the new conditions.
Key points
Work requirements for food stamps (SNAP) extended to individuals up to 60 years old, excluding parents of children under 6.
Introduction of a work requirement for Medicaid: 80 hours of work, community service, or participation in work programs per month.
Individuals with disabilities, pregnant women, parents of young children or incapacitated persons, and students are exempt from new Medicaid work requirements.
States may choose to disenroll individuals from Medicaid who do not meet the new work requirements.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_1452
Sponsor: Rep. Burlison, Eric [R-MO-7]
Process start date: 2025-02-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Ending the Cycle of Dependency Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_1452.

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 2025-02-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Work requirements for food stamps (SNAP) extended to individuals up to 60 years old, excluding parents of children under 6.
  • Introduction of a work requirement for Medicaid: 80 hours of work, community service, or participation in work programs per month.
  • Individuals with disabilities, pregnant women, parents of young children or incapacitated persons, and students are exempt from new Medicaid work requirements.
  • States may choose to disenroll individuals from Medicaid who do not meet the new work requirements.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Burlison, Eric [R-MO-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition and Foreign Agriculture.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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