SNAP Benefits Fairness Act of 2023
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What This Bill Does
This bill removes a cap on how much money people can deduct for shelter costs when figuring out their food assistance benefits. The bill amends the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008, which is the federal law that governs the SNAP program (formerly known as food stamps).
Who It Affects
People who receive SNAP benefits and have shelter expenses like rent or mortgage payments.
Key Provisions
• The bill eliminates subparagraph (B) from Section 5(e)(6) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008, which contained the limitation on the maximum deduction for shelter expenses (Sec. 2).
• The bill renumbers what were previously subparagraphs (C) and (D) to become subparagraphs (B) and (C) (Sec. 2).
What Changes
If this bill becomes law, people applying for or receiving SNAP benefits will no longer face a maximum cap when deducting shelter expenses from their income during the benefits calculation process.
Important Definitions
None defined in the bill text.
Effective Date
January 1 of the first year that occurs after Congress passes and the President signs this bill into law.
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