SNAP’s funding model is starting to change. Here’s what that means for the program

October 1, 2026 · 9:00 am 1 sources

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• SNAP's funding model is starting to change. Here's what that means for the program
  NPR · October 1, 2026 09:00
  States will start to pay a larger share of the bill to run the food assistance program, as federal funding for operational costs shrinks.