Food Stamps Work Requirements [2020 Guide]

Last updated on 11/17/20 The primary goal of the food stamps program is to help low-income individuals and families afford nutritious food. In addition, the program seeks to help recipients achieve self-sufficiency by emphasizing the importance of work – through the food stamps work requirements. Current federal law states that adults ages 18-59 receiving SNAP benefits are required to work part-time or agree to accept a job if offered one. Stricter work requirements apply to able-bodied adults without dependents (ABAWDs) that are 18-49. ABAWDs are subject to a three-month limit of benefits in three years unless they meet a work […]
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