US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session

US Federal House Bill HB5822

Introduced
10/24/25  

Caption

Keep SNAP Funded Act of 2025

Impact

The legislation mandates that appropriations be available for any missed benefits during a specific period beginning on September 30, 2025, up until the enactment of the appropriations for the Department of Agriculture for that fiscal year. This provision aims to retroactively address any gaps that may occur in funding so that individuals and families dependent on SNAP do not experience a lapse in support.

Summary

House Bill 5822, titled the 'Keep SNAP Funded Act of 2025', is designed to ensure uninterrupted benefits under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The bill appropriates necessary funds for the Department of Agriculture during the fiscal year 2026 when there may not be interim continuing appropriations or full-year appropriations enacted. This legislation aims to prevent potential disruptions in SNAP benefits, which are crucial for many families relying on food assistance.

Contention

While the bill itself is positioned as a necessary safety net for food assistance, discussions around funding and budget priorities may lead to contention. Stakeholders may debate the adequacy of the appropriations, the timing of budget approvals, and the effectiveness of funding mechanisms to ensure uninterrupted SNAP benefits, reflecting broader concerns over federal spending and support for social welfare programs.

Companion Bills

US SB3024

Same As Keep SNAP Funded Act of 2025

US SB3071

Related Keep SNAP and WIC Funded Act of 2025

US HB5950

Related Keep SNAP and WIC Funded Act of 2025

Previously Filed As

US SB3024

Keep SNAP Funded Act of 2025

US SB3071

Keep SNAP and WIC Funded Act of 2025

US HB5950

Keep SNAP and WIC Funded Act of 2025

US SB3074

SNAP BACK Act of 2025 Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Benefits And Compensation for Keep-up Act of 2025

US HB5860

SNAP BACK Act.

US HB163

Enact the Enhanced Cybersecurity for SNAP Act of 2025

US SB1197

SNAP Reform and Upward Mobility Act of 2025

US HB2407

SNAP Reform and Upward Mobility Act of 2025

US HB5836

Keep WIC Working Act

US HB8028

SNAP Fraud Reporting Act of 2026

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