Food assistance advocates ask Congress to delay GOP megabill shift of SNAP costs to states

Food assistance advocates are calling for a two-year postponement of a Republican-backed law that shifts some of the costs for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to the states. This law, signed by President Trump last year, will require states to share in the financial burden starting in October 2027. Advocates argue that this shift could lead to reduced benefits for millions of low-income Americans who rely on SNAP for nutritional support. The push for a delay highlights ongoing concerns about the potential impact on food security and the need for careful consideration of federal budget policies.