Will Kentucky be able to cover millions in new SNAP costs? What we know

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Kentucky lawmakers face budget challenges due to federal SNAP cuts from the "One Big Beautiful Bill."

The state will be responsible for increased administrative costs and potentially benefit costs based on payment error rates.

While some believe the state can absorb the costs, others express concern about the impact on vulnerable Kentuckians and food banks.

As Kentucky lawmakers start crafting the state budget ahead of the 2026 legislative session, questions of how they'll handle recent federal funding cuts loom over the conversations.

One of those cuts is to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP.

Kentucky, which sets its biennial budget during even-numbered years, will now have to account for millions of extra dollars in SNAP funding after Congress