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

Food assistance advocates are pushing Congress to delay the shift of costs for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, commonly known as SNAP, to the states. They argue that the new provisions, which are set to take effect in October 2027, will place an undue financial burden on state budgets. This move comes as a response to a Republican-backed law signed by President Trump last year. Advocates argue that a two-year delay is crucial to give states time to adjust and ensure that the program can continue to support millions of low-income families without interruption. This issue is significant because it could impact food security and state fiscal planning.