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No Welfare for the Wealthy: Food Assistance Program Changes

This bill aims to prevent wealthy individuals from receiving food assistance benefits. It means households will need to meet specific income and resource criteria to qualify for support. The changes will take effect one year after the bill becomes law, but will not affect certification periods that have already begun.
Key points
Wealthy individuals will no longer qualify for food stamp benefits.
Strict income and resource criteria will be applied to all applicants.
The changes will become effective in one year, allowing time for adjustment.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_416
Sponsor: Rep. Cline, Ben [R-VA-6]
Process start date: 2025-01-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

No Welfare for the Wealthy Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_416.

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 2025-01-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Wealthy individuals will no longer qualify for food stamp benefits.
  • Strict income and resource criteria will be applied to all applicants.
  • The changes will become effective in one year, allowing time for adjustment.
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. Cline, Ben [R-VA-6].

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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Benefits Agriculture