Extend Not Cut SNAP Benefits Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (11 Dec 2013): Referred to the Subcommittee on Department Operations, Oversight, and Nutrition.
What this bill does
The Extend Not Cut SNAP Benefits Act, introduced in the House of Representatives, aims to modify how benefits are calculated for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Specifically, it seeks to extend through Fiscal Year 2014 a provision from the 2009 American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. This provision dictates that SNAP benefits are calculated at 113.6% of the June 2008 value of the "thrifty food plan." This benefit calculation would also be extended for consolidated block grants in Puerto Rico and American Samoa.
This bill would primarily affect individuals and families who receive SNAP benefits. By extending the current calculation method, it would prevent a potential reduction in the benefit amounts that recipients would otherwise receive after September 30, 2013. The bill was introduced on October 28, 2013, and has been referred to the Committee on Agriculture. As of the provided information, its latest action is its introduction.
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Official summary
Extend Not Cut SNAP Benefits Act - Amends the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 to extend through FY2014 the benefit calculation of 113.6 % of the June 2008 value of the thrifty food plan for the supplemental nutrition assistance program (SNAP, formerly known as food stamps) as well as the consolidated block grants for Puerto Rico and American Samoa.
Timeline
11 Dec 2013
Referred to the Subcommittee on Department Operations, Oversight, and Nutrition.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 3353 do?
- The Extend Not Cut SNAP Benefits Act, introduced in the House of Representatives, aims to modify how benefits are calculated for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Specifically, it seeks to extend through Fiscal Year 2014 a provision from the 2009 American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. This provision dictates that SNAP benefits are calculated at 113.6% of the June 2008 value of the "thrifty food plan." This benefit calculation would also be extended for consolidated block grants in Puerto Rico and American Samoa. This bill would primarily affect individuals and families who receive SNAP benefits. By extending the current calculation method, it would prevent a potential reduction in the benefit amounts that recipients would otherwise receive after September 30, 2013. The bill was introduced on October 28, 2013, and has been referred to the Committee on Agriculture. As of the provided information, its latest action is its introduction.
- Has H.R. 3353 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 3353. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 3353?
- H.R. 3353 was sponsored by Rep. Conyers, John, Jr. [D-MI-13] (D-MI), with 61 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 3353?
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Department Operations, Oversight, and Nutrition. (11 Dec 2013).
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Extend Not Cut SNAP Benefits Act
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