What does RE-EVALUATION OF THRIFTY FOOD PLAN. of An act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14. do?

This section amends Section 3 of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to redefine the 'thrifty food plan'. The revised definition establishes a diet for a family of four and requires successor reports from the Department of Agriculture. Household allotments are adjusted based on percentages of the maximum four-person allotment, varying by household size. Cost adjustments are made for Hawaii, Alaska, Guam, and the Virgin Islands to reflect local food costs. The Secretary must adjust the thrifty food plan cost annually based on the Consumer Price Index. The Secretary may re-evaluate the market baskets of the thrifty food plan starting no earlier than October 1, 2027, ensuring cost neutrality.

What does MODIFICATIONS TO SNAP WORK REQUIREMENTS FOR ABLE- of An act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14. do?

This section modifies exceptions to SNAP work requirements for able-bodied adults as outlined in Section 6(o) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008. It expands the list of individuals exempt from these requirements to include those under 18 or over 65, medically unfit, parents with dependent children, pregnant women, and certain Native American individuals. The section standardizes enforcement of SNAP work requirements, specifically addressing noncontiguous states and their unemployment rates. It allows the Secretary to grant exemptions to individuals in noncontiguous states from SNAP work requirements if the state agency demonstrates a good faith effort to comply. The Secretary will consider factors like actions taken toward compliance, barriers to compliance, and a detailed plan for achieving full compliance when determining good faith effort. Exemptions granted under this section expire no later than December 31, 2028, and cannot be renewed. The Secretary may terminate an exemption if the state agency fails to comply with reporting requirements or fails to demonstrate continued good faith efforts.

What does AVAILABILITY OF STANDARD UTILITY ALLOWANCES BASED ON of An act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14. do?

This section amends the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 regarding standard utility allowances. It modifies provisions related to households receiving energy assistance, specifically addressing the presence of an elderly or disabled member. The amendment to Section 5(e)(6)(C)(iv)(I) requires households to have an elderly or disabled member to qualify. The amendment to Section 5(k)(4) differentiates between households with and without an elderly or disabled member regarding third-party energy assistance payments.

What does RESTRICTIONS ON INTERNET EXPENSES. of An act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14. do?

This section amends Section 5(e)(6) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008. The amendment adds a provision restricting the use of internet connection service fees. Service fees associated with internet connection are not to be used in calculating the excess shelter expense deduction.

What does MATCHING FUNDS REQUIREMENTS. of An act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14. do?

This section amends Section 4(a) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to establish a State quality control incentive program. The Federal share of the cost of allotments will vary based on a State's payment error rate, ranging from 85% to 100% starting in fiscal year 2028. States may elect to use their payment error rate from fiscal year 2025 or 2026 to calculate their State share in fiscal year 2028. For fiscal years 2029 and thereafter, the Secretary will use the payment error rate from the third fiscal year preceding the calculation year. Implementation of the incentive program may be delayed for states with high payment error rates in fiscal years 2025 or 2026. Section 13(a)(1) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 is also amended to include the payment or disposition of a State share under section 4(a)(2).

What does ADMINISTRATIVE COST SHARING. of An act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14. do?

This section amends Section 16(a) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008. The amendment modifies the percentage amount an agency contributes. Through fiscal year 2026, the agency contributes 50 percent. For fiscal year 2027 and subsequent years, the agency contributes 25 percent.

What does NATIONAL EDUCATION AND OBESITY PREVENTION GRANT of An act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14. do?

This section amends Section 28(d)(1)(F) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008. The amendment modifies the funding period for the National Education and Obesity Prevention Grant Program. Funding is extended for fiscal years 2016 through 2025.

What does ALIEN SNAP ELIGIBILITY. of An act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14. do?

This section amends Section 6(f) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008. The amendment establishes eligibility requirements for individuals to participate in the supplemental nutrition assistance program (SNAP). To be eligible, an individual must be a resident of the United States and either a U.S. citizen or national, or an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence. Certain aliens are exempt from the permanent residence requirement, including alien visitors, tourists, diplomats, and students. Individuals granted Cuban and Haitian entrant status, or those lawfully residing under a Compact of Free Association, are also eligible. The income and resources of an individual rendered ineligible will be considered when determining the eligibility and allotment value for the household they are a member of.

What does RESCISSION OF AMOUNTS FOR FORESTRY. of An act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14. do?

This section rescinds unobligated balances from appropriations made in Public Law 117-169. The rescissions apply to specific paragraphs within sections 23001(a), 23002(a), 23003(a)(2), and 23005 of that law. The rescissions are related to a subtitle titled 'Commodities'.

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An act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.

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This Act provides for reconciliation. The reconciliation is pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.

Last updated: 7/4/2025 · Introduced: 5/20/2025

Author: Jodey Arrington (R-TX)

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