US HB5055

Extends SNAP certification periods from 12 to 36 months for elderly and disabled households with no earned income, reducing required recertification frequency

Allows states to establish a standard medical expense deduction of $155 for fiscal year 2026 for elderly or disabled SNAP recipients who self-attest to medical expenses exceeding $35 per month

Adjusts the standard medical deduction annually based on the Consumer Price Index for Medical Care, with states permitted to set higher deductions based on documented state-specific costs

Permits state agencies to use data matches instead of income verification for households qualifying for 36-month certification periods

Takes effect 180 days after enactment and applies only to certification periods beginning after the effective date