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Did Work Requirements Reduce SNAP Recipients?
December 18, 2025 | Economics and Other
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The IFO published a new budget brief that uses the latest SNAP benefits data for November 2025. The data show that the number of enrollees declined by 158,000 (-8%) from the prior year as new work requirements take effect.

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