Department of Social Services
ALERT: New Rules for SNAP
Federal rules have changed who needs to work to stay in the program.
- If you are 18 - 64 years old and physically able, you must meet the rules unless you live with a dependent child under 14.
- If you are a veteran, experiencing homelessness or a former foster youth (ages 18–24), you still must follow these rules. This is new.
- These rules started on March 1. If you do not meet these rules for three months, you could lose your SNAP.
If you did not meet the rules in March or April, you must act now to keep your benefits.
Westchester County Department of Social Services empowers customers to become independent and ensures the health, safety and protection of vulnerable adults and children.
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