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USDA reports 5.3 million fewer SNAP enrollees following new work requirements
The U.S. Department of Agriculture reports a decrease of 5.3 million SNAP participants between September 2025 and April 2026. This decline follows the implementation of new federal work requirements for program eligibility that took effect on February 1, 2026.
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The change in enrollment figures directly impacts the number of individuals receiving federal food assistance benefits following the implementation of stricter work-related eligibility criteria.
Key Facts
- SNAP enrollment decreased by 5.3 million people between September 2025 and April 2026.
- New federal work requirements for SNAP eligibility were implemented on February 1, 2026.
- The comparison period spans from the end of fiscal year 2025 to April 2026.