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Pedro Camacho

Everything New York SNAP Recipients Need to Know as New Work Requirements Begin Monday

A sign indicates the store accepts SNAP benefits on April 21, 2026 (Credit: Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

New work requirements for some Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients in New York officially began affecting benefits on Monday after a three-month federal grace period that started in March.

The changes, implemented under legislation signed by President Donald Trump, require many recipients to work, volunteer, participate in job training or attend educational programs for at least 80 hours per month to continue receiving food assistance.

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