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States Face New SNAP Cost Burden | Jersey News
Starting in fall 2027, states will face a massive new financial burden as they’re forced to pay a share of SNAP benefits—up to $9 billion annually—if their error rates exceed six percent. This shift, tied to improper payments totaling over $10 billion nationwide, threatens to cut access to food aid, with 36 states potentially on the hook for hundreds of millions—or even billions—each year. Advocates demand a delay, warning penalties won’t fix errors and will cripple state budgets, while USDA argues it’s time for accountability. States like Michigan, Texas, and New York brace for steep costs…
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