"Approximately 123,000 New Yorkers have been identified as Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABAWDs) who are impacted by the new rules, according to the Human Resources Administration (HRA), which administers SNAP in the city. That number that will likely rise as more beneficiaries are assessed or recertified this year, officials said."
"The changes also now apply to several groups previously exempt from work requirements, including homeless individuals, veterans, and 18 to 24 year olds aging out of foster care."
"While the federal government says the changes 'reflect the importance of work and responsibility,' critics say they'll do little to increase employment or earnings for SNAP beneficiaries, and will instead push more Americans into hunger."
New work requirements for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) took effect on March 1 in New York City following passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill by Congress. Approximately 123,000 New Yorkers identified as Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABAWDs) must comply with these changes. The new rules expand to include groups previously exempt from work requirements, including homeless individuals, veterans, and individuals aged 18 to 24 aging out of foster care. Federal officials characterize the changes as reflecting the importance of work and responsibility. Critics argue the requirements will do little to increase employment or earnings for SNAP beneficiaries and will instead push more Americans into hunger. State and city agencies have been preparing recipients through notifications and work activity letters.
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