H.R. 5718: SNAP Back Act of 2025

This bill, known as the SNAP Back Act of 2025, proposes changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in the United States. It aims to reinstate certain exemptions to the work requirements for specific groups of individuals who may face barriers to employment. Here are the key provisions of the bill:

Eligibility Exemptions

• The bill seeks to amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to include additional exemptions for SNAP work requirements.
• Specifically, it will exempt the following groups from these work requirements:
  • Homeless individuals
  • Veterans
  • Individuals who are 24 years of age or younger who were in foster care under the responsibility of a State when they turned 18, or an older age designated by the State.

Purpose

The primary purpose of the bill is to help support vulnerable populations who may struggle to meet the current work requirements due to various challenges, including lack of stable housing, disabilities, or other circumstances that would make it difficult to gain employment.

Process

After being introduced in the House of Representatives, the bill has been referred to the Committee on Agriculture for further consideration and discussion.

Implications

If the bill passes, it would allow the specified groups more access to food assistance without the added pressure of fulfilling work requirements. This change could potentially improve their quality of life by providing them with the nutrition they need during periods of instability.

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