Overview

• House Republicans propose redefining 'dependent child' for SNAP eligibility from under 18 to under 7 years old.
• The plan raises the work requirement age for Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABAWDs) from 54 to 64 years.
• A new exemption removes work requirements for married caregivers of children if their partner meets work rules, excluding unmarried couples.
• The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities estimates millions, including older adults, veterans, and families with school-aged children, could lose food assistance.
• The proposal is part of a $4.5 trillion GOP tax-cut and budget reconciliation package, with a House vote expected by mid-June 2025.