Congress Moves to Eliminate Work Requirements for Food Assistance

May 6, 2025 – February 12, 2026

Legislative efforts in both the House and Senate aim to remove work and training mandates for 6.1 million food assistance recipients. These proposals seek to simplify program administration and prevent vulnerable individuals from losing essential benefits.

Policies— 2 policys

Congress Proposes Ending Work Requirements for 6.1 Million Food Assistance Recipients

H.R. 7522

Congress Proposes Ending Work Requirements for 6.1 Million Food Stamp Recipients to Fight Hunger

S. 1628

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