Changes Coming to SNAP

Rep. Abigail Salisbury    February 21, 2023 | 10:43 AM

The state Department of Human Services estimates that 5,000-20,000 households statewide will be disenrolled from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), due to a federal cost-of-living increase to Social Security that results in ineligibility. For these cases, January will be the final month of eligibility.

Additionally, approximately 249,000 households will see a decrease in their monthly SNAP benefit, with the average reduction being $40 per household. This will take effect in March 2023, following the end of COVID-19 SNAP emergency allotments.

I want to remind my neighbors that by clicking here, there is information on a host of additional programs that can ensure food stays on the table for you and your families. You can also check out the Greater Pittsburgh Food Bank here for food assistance as well.

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