Federal SNAP Cuts Could Hit Millions Nationwide

The 'Big Beautiful Bill,' a federal budget proposal supported by President Donald Trump, seeks to reduce federal SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) and Medicaid spending by shifting costs to state and local governments and imposing stricter work requirements. The Congressional Budget Office estimates these measures could reduce SNAP participation by over 3 million people nationwide, impacting states such as Kansas, North Carolina, Nebraska, and New York. Local food banks and pantries warn that the resulting increase in demand could overwhelm their capacity, creating a crisis in hunger relief. The bill also threatens food security for vulnerable populations—families with children, seniors, and people with disabilities—and could undermine local economies and farmers who rely on SNAP spending. State officials highlight that states recovering from disasters like Hurricane Helene would face added challenges in providing food assistance. Governors and advocates are urging Congress to reject the bill to prevent a rise in hunger and economic hardship.