Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HB2407

Introduced
3/27/25  

Caption

SNAP Reform and Upward Mobility Act of 2025

Impact

The bill proposes significant changes to existing SNAP regulations, primarily focused on employment and training. It mandates that participating states contribute matching funds progressively increasing from 10% to 50% over fiscal years 2025 to 2032. This financial commitment is designed to incentivize states to actively engage in supporting SNAP beneficiaries in gaining employment and developing skills that lead to sustainable incomes. Additionally, the requirement for beneficiaries to cooperate with fraud investigations signifies a stricter compliance environment aimed at reducing abuses of the program and ensuring its integrity.

Summary

House Bill 2407, known as the SNAP Reform and Upward Mobility Act of 2025, seeks to reform the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to enhance self-sufficiency among recipients. The bill contains provisions aimed at improving poverty measurement, introducing new matching fund requirements for states, and enhancing eligibility criteria for SNAP participation. It emphasizes the importance of facilitating a pathway towards employment for SNAP beneficiaries and requires them to engage in job training programs as a condition of receiving assistance.

Contention

Notable points of contention include concerns over increased pressure on SNAP participants who may face additional barriers to employment. Critics argue that the emphasis on stringent work requirements may disadvantage individuals with childcare responsibilities or health issues. Furthermore, the potential for higher compliance and fraud-related penalties on retailers raises questions about the impact on businesses, particularly small ones, which may struggle more than larger retailers to absorb these additional requirements. The tension between fostering self-sufficiency and ensuring adequate support for vulnerable populations is likely to be a central theme in debates surrounding this legislation.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

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