Latest / Lexington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Kentucky Avoids SNAP Cost Penalty | Lexington News
Kentucky’s SNAP program just dodged a financial bullet—thanks to a stellar error rate that kept it under the six percent threshold, meaning the state won’t have to pay a dime toward federal nutrition assistance costs. This win comes courtesy of the new One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which holds states accountable for improper payments, requiring those over the limit to cover 5-15% of SNAP costs—or invest half that amount in fixes. While 18 states are now on the hook for costly corrections, Kentucky and eight others are being rewarded for precision in managing critical food aid. With the national…
The skinny
The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.