A number of changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program went into effect in Hawaii on Nov. 1, even though funds have been suspended due to the federal government shutdown.

H.R.1, or the One Big, Beautiful Bill Act, expanded work requirements for what it called “able-bodied adults,” which currently apply to residents ages 18 to 54 with no dependents, to a broader population to remain eligible for SNAP, America’s food stamp program.

Under federal law, these adults will have to complete 80 hours of work or training per month to remain eligible for SNAP. Work will also be required for older adults, including those ages 55 to 64, as well as adults in households with dependent children that are ages 14 and older. The work requirements will also apply to people experiencing homeles

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