S 2359
A bill to amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to require consideration of the assets of a household for broad-based categorical eligibility for the supplemental nutrition assistance program.
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Bill overview
This bill changes how eligibility for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is determined. Currently, SNAP eligibility is often based on income alone. This bill would require SNAP agencies to consider a household’s assets, such as cash, stocks, and savings, when deciding if a household qualifies for benefits under a broader category of eligibility. It establishes thresholds for total nonincome assets that would determine eligibility, aiming to reduce the number of SNAP recipients who are not eligible due to their assets.
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