SNAP funding change in federal law could cost Minnesota up to $250 million annually
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Madison McVan
Summary
A provision in the Republican-passed One Big Beautiful Bill Act requires states to pay a larger share of SNAP (food assistance) costs, with states having higher erroneous payment rates paying more. Minnesota faces an estimated $100-250 million in additional costs in its next budget due to this change. The law shifts more financial responsibility for the federal nutrition program to states.
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bskySNAP funding change in federal law could cost Minnesota up to $250 million annuallyminnesotareformer.comKey quotes
· 3 pulledMinnesota could be on the hook for as much as $250 million in its next budget to pay for a share of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, thanks to a provision in the Republican megalaw on tax cuts and spending passed a year ago.
The law, which President Donald Trump named the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, requires states to pay more for SNAP, which provides food assistance to low-income people and families.
States with a higher rate of erroneous payments must pay a higher percentage.
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