USDA Proposes SNAP Eligibility Rule Change Affecting Millions
The Trump administration proposed a rule change by the U.S. Department of Agriculture that would limit automatic eligibility for SNAP benefits. This change could affect 6.3 million people, as households receiving certain noncash or nominal TANF services would no longer…
Terre Haute, IN, November 10, 2026 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture, during the Trump administration, put forth a proposed rule change that could significantly alter eligibility requirements for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), commonly known as food stamps. The proposal aims to limit automatic qualification for these benefits.
Under the proposed change, households that receive specific noncash or nominal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) services would no longer automatically qualify for SNAP benefits. This adjustment is intended to standardize eligibility criteria across different states and federal programs.
According to the proposal, this rule change could potentially affect an estimated 6.3 million individuals. The administration stated that the measure is projected to result in billions of dollars in savings.
Furthermore, the proposed changes could have a ripple effect on other assistance programs. The eligibility for free school lunches for approximately 1.8 million children might also be impacted by this modification in SNAP qualification rules.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has opened a public comment period for the proposed rule. Interested parties have 30 days to submit their feedback and observations on the potential implications of this change before any final decisions are made.
Story summarized from the original created by Akim Powell on www.wthitv.com, see more information here.
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