New federal SNAP work requirements now in effect in South Carolina

Parents brace for tighter SNAP work requirements

Real journalists wrote and edited this (not AI)—independent, community-driven journalism survives because you back it. Donate to sustain Prism’s mission and the humans behind it. Anthony Bonner is facing looming uncertainty. A single dad living in Memphis, Tennessee, he fears he may soon no longer qualify for benefits through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)—aid that can be used like cash to purchase groceries.  Until now, Bo…

Advocates warn new SNAP rules could leave some without food assistance

New SNAP work requirements are now in effect in South Carolina, raising concerns from advocates and researchers about food access for vulnerable residents.

New federal SNAP work requirements now in effect in South Carolina

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WCBD) - New federal work requirements for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) took effect in South Carolina on Feb. 1, expanding who must meet hourly work rules to keep receiving benefits. The changes stem from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, signed into law on July 4, 2025, by President Donald Trump. [...]

New federal SNAP work requirements take effect in SC

COLUBMIA, SC (WOLO) – New federal work requirements for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) are now in effect in South Carolina. The requirements are part of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act President Donald Trump signed last year. Under the new rules, able-bodied adults without dependents ages 18 to 64 must work or participate in work programs for at least 80 hours per month to retain SNAP eligibility beyond three months in a 36-…