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USDA: SNAP enrollment drops by 5.3 million following new work rules - State-by-state breakdown
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· August 10, 2026
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Key points As of April 2026, there are fewer people receiving benefits compared to the previous fiscal year. New data from the US Department of Agriculture shows a decline in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program enrollments.
New data from the US Department of Agriculture shows a decline in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program enrollments. As of April 2026, there are fewer people receiving benefits compared to the previous fiscal year.
The decrease in enrollment is attributed to new work requirements that were implemented earlier this year. The total decline is 5.3 million people.
For more information on this development, including a state-by-state breakdown, readers can refer to the source. Further details are available from the US Department of Agriculture.
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