House Republicans propose major reforms to SNAP
- On Monday, House Republicans introduced significant changes targeting SNAP benefits within the Agriculture Committee’s legislation.
- The reforms aim to reduce federal spending by $230 billion by requiring states to share program costs based on their error rates in benefit distribution.
- The proposal would increase work requirements for adults up to age 64 and narrow states' ability to waive work rules during high unemployment periods.
- Chairman Glenn Thompson said the reforms restore SNAP’s original intent by encouraging work and closing loopholes, while critics warn cost-sharing could harm vulnerable populations and states with high error rates.
- The changes could reduce benefits for over 41 million Americans relying on SNAP and may complicate passing a farm bill due to opposition from Democrats, advocacy groups, and some Republicans.
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