Tag: SNAP coverage
-
New federal SNAP work requirements take effect: age exemption rises to 54
On October 1, 2024, the final phase of the Fiscal Responsibility Act (FRA) will take effect, raising the age limit for exemptions from certain Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) work requirements. Individuals will now age out of the able-bodied adult without dependents (ABAWD) work requirements at age 54, instead of 52. This means that able-bodied…
-
Pennsylvania renews SNAP work requirement waiver for another year
Pennsylvania’s Department of Human Services Secretary received federal approval of a new waiver of work requirements for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). This new waiver extends exemption from work requirements of 80 hours per month for SNAP recipients in most counties in Pennsylvania through August 31, 2025. It will continue to exempt an estimated…
-
Florida expands work requirements for SNAP
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) signed House Bill 1267 on June 13, 2024, expanding work requirements for participants in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The legislation mandates that individuals aged 18-59 must participate in the SNAP Employment and Training program for 40 hours per week, with exemptions for those living with children or who…