Bill > S1789

This bill amends the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to exclude certain types of income from being counted when determining eligibility for nutrition assistance programs. Specifically, the bill would prevent specific payments received by household members from being considered as income, including earnings from work programs (except those related to certain veterans' educational assistance programs), employment and training programs, vocational rehabilitation programs, and refugee employment programs. These changes are designed to make it easier for individuals participating in job training, education, and employment support initiatives to maintain their nutrition assistance benefits without being penalized for their earned income. By excluding these types of income, the bill aims to provide more stability for individuals seeking to improve their employment prospects and economic situation, while ensuring they can continue to receive essential nutritional support. The bill makes technical changes to the existing law by removing and redesignating certain subsections to accommodate these new income exclusions.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1789/all-info