US EditionNew SNAP work requirements could impact thousands in Kentucky
New rules under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act increase work requirements and reduce exemptions for SNAP recipients, affecting about 117,000 Kentuckians, officials say.
- As of Feb. 1, 2026, federal SNAP work requirements took effect under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, signed July 4, 2025 by President Donald Trump.
- The OBBBA redefined 'able-bodied workers' to include adults ages 18 to 64, up from the previous upper age limit 54, and lowered the dependent cutoff to 14, affecting caregiver exemptions.
- Under the new rules, the 80 hours per month requirement can be met through paid, unpaid, or volunteer work and SNAP Employment and Training programs combined.
- Local charities say the new rules could sharply increase demand for emergency food assistance, with Linette Lowe estimating about 117,000 Kentuckians will be affected.
- State officials say waivers now apply only in areas with unemployment above 10%, and the full impact depends on forthcoming USDA Food and Nutrition Service guidance; recipients must re-certify eligibility every six to 12 months.
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