HB4969: Ending the Cycle of Dependency Act of 2023
- 1Introduced (current step)
- 2Passed One Chamber
- 3Passed Both Chambers
- 4Became Law
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Summary
To amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to restore and standardize work requirements for able-bodied adults enrolled in the supplemental nutrition assistance program and limit participation to 5 years for able-bodied adults.
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This bill would change the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), commonly known as food stamps, by adding work requirements for able-bodied adults without dependents. The bill would require these adults to work, volunteer, or participate in job training for a set number of hours per week. It would also limit how long these adults can receive benefits to 5 years total. The bill has been introduced in Congress but has not yet been voted on or moved through the process.
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HB4969: Ending the Cycle of Dependency Act of 2023
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Sponsors
Eric Burlison
Primary SponsorCo-sponsors (3)
Josh Brecheen
Ben Cline
Aaron Bean