SNAP food assistance cutoffs begin Friday in Illinois — what you need to know
Thousands of people in Illinois are expected to lose federal food assistance starting May 1 due to new work requirements for SNAP participants. As of Tuesday, the Illinois Department of Human Services estimated 120,000 individuals were at risk of losing benefits.
Thousands of people in Illinois will lose federal food assistance starting May 1 due to new SNAP work requirements. The Illinois Department of Human Services estimates 120,000 individuals are at risk. The new rules, effective February 1, require 'able-bodied' people to work or volunteer 80 hours a month. Individuals who don't meet the requirements lose benefits after three months. Community groups are creating volunteer opportunities, and the state has a website offering SNAP recipients volunteer opportunities. Individuals can still apply for exemptions or check eligibility on the state's website.
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