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Removing SNAP Work Requirements
Recent Bills/Removing SNAP Work Requirements

Removing SNAP Work Requirements

IntroducedFebruary 12, 2026
Introduced7 months ago
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition and Foreign Agriculture.
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Why This Matters

This bill would eliminate the work requirement that currently disqualifies some adults from receiving food assistance. It aims to make it easier for people to access healthy food and support their families.

If you rely on food assistance, you could keep receiving help even if you cannot meet a work requirement.
Who this affects
able-bodied adults
What changes is this bill making?
  1. 1This bill removes the work requirement for able-bodied adults to receive food assistance.
  2. 2It aims to help more people access the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
  3. 3The bill recognizes that work requirements do not effectively reduce poverty.
  4. 4It addresses the needs of families with children who rely on food assistance.
  5. 5The change could help those with health issues or other barriers to employment.
Read the detailed summary

Improving Access to Nutrition Act of 2026This bill repeals certain work requirements for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The requirements apply to able-bodied adults who are ages 18-65 and have no dependent children under the age of 14. Individuals who do not meet certain work requirements are generally prohibited from receiving more than 3 months of SNAP benefits over a 36-month period.

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IntroducedCurrentFeb 12

Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition and Foreign Agriculture.

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The President

Donald Trump
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Awaiting Vote
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