Committee raises alarm over SNAP work rules and possible $2M-plus funding cut to county administration
Committee members discussed a projected drop in federal SNAP administrative reimbursement from 75% to 50% in late 2026 and new work requirements that began March 1, 2026; staff said the county may seek additional funds and is conducting outreach to about 860 households.
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Genesis Ramos told the committee she heard at the NYSAC conference about an upcoming reduction in federal administrative reimbursement for SNAP from 75% to 50% in the fourth quarter of 2026, warning this "would be a $2 million plus hit a year." Ramos said counties are preparing for a potential shortfall and that this should be included in the 2027 budget.
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