Hanover DSS flags upcoming work requirements for some benefit programs, including Medicaid in 2027

May 26, 2026

Staff told the advisory board that SNAP already has a work requirement, Medicaid will add a work requirement beginning Jan. 1, 2027, and TANF/VIEW requires 30 hours weekly; notifications on changes from the "Big Beautiful Bill" will be issued.

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Hanover County Department of Social Services staff alerted the Social Services Advisory Board that several benefit programs include or will soon include work requirements.

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