US bill cuts billions from food aid program

Proposed federal legislation could significantly alter the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), potentially cutting billions in food aid over the next decade. The changes are part of a larger tax cut plan. The House-passed bill would shift costs to states, expand work requirements for recipients, and limit benefit growth, potentially impacting millions. The Congressional Budget Office projects a $295 billion reduction in SNAP spending over ten years. The SNAP program, serving over 42 million people, provides monthly food assistance to low-income individuals. The bill faces potential changes in the Senate, where its passage is uncertain due to concerns over spending cuts.