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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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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_2407
Sponsor: Rep. Brecheen, Josh [R-OK-2]
Process start date: 2025-03-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SNAP Reform and Upward Mobility Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_2407.

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 2025-03-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • 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.
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. Brecheen, Josh [R-OK-2].

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.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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