Denver Human Services has recently released details about substantial changes to eligibility for both SNAP and Medicaid, as a result of the federal government’s new law passed in July, the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act”. Starting November 1, qualifications for SNAP will include new work or volunteer requirements, and similar conditions are set to be adopted for Medicaid, though not until January 2027 at the earliest. In an effort to clarify these upcoming adjustments, Denver Human Services is reaching out to current and potential beneficiaries to ensure understanding and compliance with the new rules.
According to the Denver Human Services, most able-bodied adults without dependents (ABAWDs), who are 64 and younger, will have to meet a requirement of 80 hours of work or volunteer activities per month to maintain SNAP benefits. For those with children over the age of 13, similar standards apply, though exceptions exist for certain circumstances. Denver Human Services emphasizes that these modifications are crucial for beneficiaries to understand, to continue availing of the SNAP program without interruptions.
Regarding Medicaid, the same demographic will face the work, volunteer, or schooling prerequisite of 80 hours per month for eligibility. Nonetheless, these changes will not be activated until January 2027 at the earliest. With this lead time, Denver Human Services hopes individuals will have ample opportunity to adapt to the new requirements…