What does Preamble of OHH SNAP Act of 2026 do?

This bill aims to allow certain students to qualify for supplemental nutrition assistance program (SNAP) benefits. The bill specifies that this includes students with a student aid index equal to or less than zero.

What does SHORT TITLE. of OHH SNAP Act of 2026 do?

This bill is formally titled the Overcoming Higher Education Hunger Through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Act of 2026.

What does SNAP TREATMENT OF EDUCATIONAL LOANS. of OHH SNAP Act of 2026 do?

This section amends Section 5(k) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008. Paragraph (3) of Section 5(k) is struck. Paragraph (4) of Section 5(k) is redesignated as paragraph (3).

What does ELIGIBILITY OF STUDENTS TO PARTICIPATE IN THE SUPPLEMENTAL of OHH SNAP Act of 2026 do?

This section amends Section 6 of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008. It modifies subsection (e) to add new criteria for student eligibility for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The new criteria include having a student aid index of $0 or less, or being determined 'independent' based on specific criteria from the Higher Education Act. Subsection (o)(2)(A) is amended to allow students attending institutions of higher education, or working in the aggregate, to be eligible.

What does EFFECTIVE DATE; APPLICATION OF AMENDMENTS. of OHH SNAP Act of 2026 do?

This Act, and the amendments it makes, will take effect 180 days after its enactment. The amendments made by this Act will not apply to certification periods that began before the Act's effective date.

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OHH SNAP Act of 2026

Last updated: 4/9/2026 · Introduced: 4/9/2026

Author: Nikema Williams (D-GA)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill expands SNAP eligibility to include students with a student aid index of $0 or less.
It allows students attending higher education institutions or working a significant amount to qualify for SNAP benefits.
The bill modifies existing law regarding the treatment of educational loans within the SNAP program.

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