As of February 1, millions of families nationwide are facing stricter rules for SNAP benefits.
Under the new guidelines, able-bodied adults without dependents, ages 18 to 64, must work or volunteer 80 hours a month to keep their benefits. Previously, the age range was 18 to 54, and exemptions for parents applied to those with children living with them under 18. Now, the exemption only applies to adults with children living with them under 14.
Veterans, homeless individuals, and young adults under 24 who were formerly in foster care are also now required to meet the work requirement. Failure to comply means recipients will receive only three months of benefits in a three-year period, after which benefits are cut entirely…