US EditionSenate GOP Unveil Long-Awaited SNAP Proposals for Trump Bill
UNITED STATES CONGRESS, JUN 18 – Republican senators aim to cap SALT deduction at $30,000 and reduce SNAP benefits by nearly $300 billion by 2034, shifting costs to states and tightening eligibility rules.
- Senate Republicans are advancing significant proposals to cut federal SNAP funding as part of the 'One Big Beautiful Bill' working through the Senate in June 2025.
- The bill follows House passage last month and includes $285 billion in SNAP cuts over 10 years, along with work requirements and shifting costs to states.
- Colorado sees increased food insecurity with 617,000 monthly SNAP recipients and food banks facing funding cuts amid rising demand and inflation.
- Colorado Senator Bennet called the cuts the largest ever, warning they would materially harm urban and rural communities, while advocates fear millions could lose benefits.
- Legislative leaders are negotiating budget details amid calls to reject SNAP cuts, but state revenue limitations and flat tax changes may limit funding responses.
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