SF 3618 Minnesota Senate · 2025-2026 Regular Session

County program aid increase to offset county costs associated with federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) changes

This bill increases county program aid to help counties cover costs from changes in federal SNAP (food stamp) eligibility rules. It directly affects counties administering SNAP-related programs and school districts receiving state education funding. The key mechanism establishes a new "SNAP adjustment factor" that automatically adjusts school funding based on changes in the number of students qualifying for free meals through SNAP. This ensures schools receive additional state funds when federal SNAP policy shifts reduce direct certification rates, stabilizing their revenue. The change applies to school funding starting in fiscal year 2027.
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Feb 2026
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Introduced Feb 17, 2026 Last action Feb 17, 2026
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Feb 17, 2026
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Referred to Health and Human Services
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Feb 17, 2026
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Erin Maye Quade
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