Bills · S 1197
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 1197Agriculture and Food
SNAP Reform and Upward Mobility Act of 2025
INTRO MAR 27· LAST ACTION MAR 27
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it could significantly change how poverty is understood and measured in the United States. By including the full value of all government benefits in income calculations, the official poverty rate might appear lower, which could, in turn, influence public debate and policy decisions about the necessity and scope of federal assistance programs. If this bill becomes law, it could lead to arguments that current anti-poverty efforts are more effective than previously believed, or it could prompt calls for further reforms based on the new data.
For those relying on SNAP, the changes could have a direct impact on their ability to put food on the table. Stricter work requirements or altered eligibility rules could mean fewer people qualify for help or that current recipients must meet new conditions to continue receiving benefits. Conversely, the focus on program integrity and fraud prevention might reassure taxpayers about the responsible use of funds. The bill's outcome will directly affect both the lives of low-income Americans and the broader national conversation about poverty and welfare.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires the Census Bureau to collect additional data from various government agencies to more accurately measure poverty, including the monetary value of federal benefits received by households.
This aims to create a more comprehensive picture of a household's total financial resources, which could change official poverty rate calculations.
PROVISION 02
Establishes a Commission to study and provide recommendations on how to value government benefits for the purpose of poverty measurement.
This commission would help standardize how non-cash aid like housing or healthcare is factored into poverty statistics, which can be a complex and debated issue.
PROVISION 03
Indicates modifications to work requirements for individuals receiving assistance under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
This could change the conditions under which people receive food stamps, potentially affecting eligibility and access to food assistance for many.
PROVISION 04
Includes changes related to SNAP eligibility rules and the authorized users of electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards.
These changes could impact who qualifies for SNAP and how benefits are accessed and used, potentially affecting many low-income households.
PROVISION 05
Requires states to provide more detailed reports on the outcomes of their SNAP employment and training programs.
This aims to increase accountability and transparency regarding the effectiveness of state-run programs designed to help SNAP recipients find work.
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R· Utah
YRS IN OFFICE
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSMAR 27
Introduced in Senate
MAR 27
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 1197
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMar 27, 2025
Last actionMar 27, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · AGRICULTURE, NUTRITION, AND FORESTRY COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 27, 2025
Senate BillS 1197Agriculture and Food
SNAP Reform and Upward Mobility Act of 2025
INTRODUCED MAR 27, 2025· LAST ACTION MAR 27, 2025
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READING
24 min
COSPONSORS
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