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US HB4797
Bill
Status
7/29/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jimmy Gomez
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AI Summary
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Removes eligibility restrictions that prevent students enrolled at least half-time in institutions of higher education, training programs, or recognized schools from participating in SNAP
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Eliminates the requirement that college students meet special work-related exemptions to qualify for food assistance benefits
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Adds students enrolled at least half-time to the list of individuals exempt from certain SNAP eligibility disqualifications under the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008
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Takes effect on January 2, 2026
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Introduced July 29, 2025 with over 100 Democratic co-sponsors and referred to the House Committee on Agriculture
Legislative Description
EATS Act of 2025 Enhance Access To SNAP Act of 2025
Agriculture and food
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
7/29/2025