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Millions Lose Food Stamps as New SNAP Work Rules Take Effect
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Summary
- President Trump's 'One Big Beautiful Bill' cut federal SNAP funding by about $186 billion through 2034 — the largest food-assistance cut in history, per the CBO.
- Expanded work requirements that began February 1, 2026 now apply to older adults up to 65 and to parents of children as young as 14, and stripped exemptions for veterans, homeless people and former foster youth.
- SNAP participation fell by more than 4 million people — about 10% — between the law's July 2025 enactment and March 2026.
The question
Tighter SNAP work requirements do more harm than good.
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