SNAP benefits are of great support for families and individuals who cannot afford to buy food. Losing them can cause financial difficulties and food insecurity.
That is why it is of vital importance to know the new SNAP rules. In this way, beneficiaries know what they have to do to continue receiving monthly payments of up to $1,751.
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SNAP RECIPIENTS AGED 53-54
If you are 53 or 54 years old in 2024 and are a Food Stamps beneficiary, you should be careful. USDA will increase the age for the Able-Bodied Adult Without Dependents time limit.
Currently, an American aged 18-52 who is on SNAP and has no child, must meet the Able-Bodied Adult Without Dependents time limit. Therefore, they must work for 80 hours per month to get Food Stamps for more than 3 months in 3 years.
From October 1, 2024, this time limit will also apply to those citizens aged 53 and 54. Those who do not work for 80 hours per month, will lose benefits after receiving them for 3 months.
SNAP EXEMPTIONS FOR THE ABAWD TIME LIMIT in 2024
Waivers and exemptions are also available. For example, some States could use waivers when there is a high unemployment rate or when there are few jobs available.
SNAP beneficiaries aged 18-54 could get an exemption when they are pregnant or have a disability. Of course, these are not the only exemptions. Veterans, young adults who were in foster care, and people with children can also avoid the ABAWD time limit.
SNAP will also bring good news for all Food Stamp recipients since benefits may increase in October 2024. Although it is uncertain, estimates seem to be about an 1.8% and 2.5% increase.