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Board hears that ABOD work requirements now extend to age 65 under federal changes
Summary
DHR presenters told the board that recent federal rule changes expanded Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABOD) work requirements up to age 65, a shift officials said could influence households’ choices and program exit rates.
Agency official summarized changes under recently passed federal rules (referenced as HR 1) that expanded work requirements for certain SNAP recipients. "Work requirements were expanded to age 65," the presenter said, adding that households must meet a 20-hour-a-week standard or face program exit if they do not meet certification requirements.
Board members questioned how the rules affect decisions by older recipients and noted potential interactions with Social Security receipt. The presenter explained notice and interview procedures and emphasized county-level SNAP Employment & Training resources intended to help affected clients meet hours through training, volunteering or work supports.
