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SNAP Program Changes: New Work Rules and Poverty Measurement

This act introduces changes to the SNAP food assistance program, focusing on increased work requirements for beneficiaries and a new method for measuring poverty in the United States. The goal is to encourage financial self-sufficiency and more accurately determine who needs support.
Key points
Increased work requirements for individuals receiving SNAP food assistance, including married couples with children.
New rules for authorized users of EBT cards and consequences for unauthorized use.
Changes to how poverty is calculated, including more types of income and federal benefits.
Increased financial contribution required from states for SNAP program administration.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_2407
Sponsor: Rep. Brecheen, Josh [R-OK-2]
Process start date: 2025-03-27