A Resolution urging the Department of Human Services to immediately transmit the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program enrollment data as required by the United States Department of Agriculture.
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Overview
This resolution urges the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services to promptly submit Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) enrollment data to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The resolution highlights concerns about a high payment error rate in Pennsylvania’s SNAP program, which could lead to significant financial losses for the state and jeopardize future federal funding. It cites a potential loss of up to $460 million per year and a projected reduction in federal funding by 2027-2028 if the error rate remains high. The resolution also notes that other states have lower error rates and criticizes the Department of Human Services for ending a contract to verify employment data.
Key provisions
- Urges the Department of Human Services to transmit SNAP enrollment data.
- Addresses concerns about a 10.76% payment error rate in Pennsylvania’s SNAP program.
- Highlights potential financial losses for the Commonwealth (up to $460 million annually).
- Mentions a risk of losing up to $115,304,305.91 per quarter due to noncompliance.
- Notes the termination of a contract to verify employment and wage data.
- Compares Pennsylvania’s error rate to states with lower rates (Ohio and West Virginia).
- Expresses concern that payment errors divert funds from those who need SNAP benefits.
- Calls for immediate action to prevent further loss of federal funding.
Who is affected
- Pennsylvania Department of Human Services
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients in Pennsylvania
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