USDA is taking comments on shifting more SNAP costs to states
A proposed USDA rule would cut the federal share of SNAP administrative costs from 50 percent to 25 percent in fiscal 2027. Comments are due August 24 as state and county officials warn about budgets and benefit access. (sources: www.timesunion.com, www.fna.usda.gov)
Senator Schumer is advocating for a two-year delay in the proposed shift of SNAP administrative costs to states, highlighting potential consequences for food assistance in New York.
- The USDA is considering shifting more SNAP administrative costs to states.
- Senator Schumer is pushing for a delay in this shift.
- The proposed change could affect county-level food assistance programs.
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The outcome of this proposal could significantly influence the funding and operation of food assistance programs at the state and local levels.
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