About 15% of LGBTQ+ adults received SNAP benefits in the past year, in contrast to 11% of non-LGBTQ+ adults. The proposed Budget Reconciliation Bill could impact seven million people, threatening their access to SNAP. Many LGBTQ+ households rely on these benefits due to low income, disability, and dependent children. The bill also proposes changes that would make it harder for parents to receive benefits while enforcing stricter work requirements. Research shows elevated food insecurity rates among LGBTQ+ youth and adults, highlighting vulnerability within this group.
The current Budget Reconciliation Bill, referred to as Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill,' would cause around seven million people to lose or see a reduction in SNAP benefits.
Almost 70 percent of LGBTQ+ adults receiving SNAP benefits reported household incomes under $35,000, indicating severe economic vulnerability among this population.
Parents with dependent children currently exempt from working to receive SNAP benefits may face new requirements under the Budget Reconciliation Bill which seeks to lower the age of exemption.
Research confirms that LGBTQ+ adults and youth face a higher risk of food insecurity compared to non-LGBTQ+ individuals, exacerbating their socioeconomic challenges.
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