Aligning Work Requirements Across SNAP and Medicaid to Support Public Benefit Continuity
This brief provides a framework for states to align and coordinate work requirement implementation across SNAP and Medicaid following the passage of H.R. 1.
The resource outlines significant legislative changes, including a $187 billion reduction in SNAP funding and expanded work requirements for adults up to age 64, parents of older children, and previously exempt vulnerable groups.
It details actionable strategies for states to minimize administrative burden and prevent unintended benefit loss, such as integrating data verification systems, investing in a cross-trained workforce, and partnering with community-based organizations like food banks. Additionally, the brief provides a comparative “crosswalk” of the differing timelines and eligibility criteria for both programs to help state agencies streamline their outreach and compliance efforts.
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