Policy memo (259.51 KB)
| DATE: | December 20, 2024 |
| SUBJECT: | Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) – Question and Answer #1 for the Program Purpose and Work Requirement Provisions of the Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2023 Final Rule |
| TO: | Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program All Regions |
On Dec. 17, 2024, the Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) published the final rule, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: Program Purpose and Work Requirement Provisions of the Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2023 (89 FR 102342).
FNS is issuing this set of questions and answers to clarify questions concerning the provisions of the final rule. FNS expects these questions and answers will assist Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) state agencies in implementing and complying with SNAP policy, especially able-bodied adults without dependents (ABAWD) time limit policy.
FNS anticipates releasing additional guidance in the coming months. State agencies with additional questions should contact their respective regional office representatives. Thank you for your continued partnership in serving SNAP households.
The contents of this document do not have the force and effect of law and are not meant to bind the public in any way. This document is intended only to provide clarity to state agencies and the public regarding existing requirements under the law or agency policies.
Sasha Gersten-Paal
Director
Program Development Division
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program