New Mexicans who rely on SNAP benefits could be impacted by new work requirements that go into effect on Feb. 1.The change is part of President Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” that passed last summer. Under the new law, more than 32,000 SNAP customers in New Mexico are now subject to work requirements. The New Mexico Health Care Authority reports that nearly 20,000 lawfully present immigrants lost federal SNAP eligibility.New Mexico SNAP participants between the ages of 18 and 65 without dependents must either work or attend a work program for at least 80 hours per month to qualify for benefits. That requirement is also in effect for parents and household members if a dependent child is aged 14 or older.According to NMHCA, there were about 450,000 SNAP members in New Mexico, accounting for nearly 21% of the state population. The new rules could result in cuts of up to $203 million in federal funding for New Mexico.New Mexico SNAP participants are encouraged to go to Yes.NM.Gov as normal to apply for and use benefits. You can also learn more about the new SNAP changes by checking out hca.nm.gov/snapchanges.
New Mexicans who rely on SNAP benefits could be impacted by new work requirements that go into effect on Feb. 1.
The change is part of President Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” that passed last summer. Under the new law, more than 32,000 SNAP customers in New Mexico are now subject to work requirements. The New Mexico Health Care Authority reports that nearly 20,000 lawfully present immigrants lost federal SNAP eligibility.
New Mexico SNAP participants between the ages of 18 and 65 without dependents must either work or attend a work program for at least 80 hours per month to qualify for benefits. That requirement is also in effect for parents and household members if a dependent child is aged 14 or older.
According to NMHCA, there were about 450,000 SNAP members in New Mexico, accounting for nearly 21% of the state population. The new rules could result in cuts of up to $203 million in federal funding for New Mexico.
New Mexico SNAP participants are encouraged to go to Yes.NM.Gov as normal to apply for and use benefits. You can also learn more about the new SNAP changes by checking out hca.nm.gov/snapchanges.
