SNAP Anti-Theft and Victim Compensation Act of 2025

HR 3887, the SNAP Anti-Theft and Victim Compensation Act of 2025, directly affects SNAP households and state agencies by addressing benefit theft. It expands the USDA Inspector General’s authority to investigate cyber-enabled theft (like skimming or cloning of EBT cards) and coordinate with law enforcement, while requiring states to reimburse households for stolen benefits - without reducing their monthly allotment or eligibility. The bill also imposes civil penalties of double the stolen value on thieves, with recovered funds used to offset victim reimbursements and enhance investigations. Key provisions include a federal database for tracking theft incidents, technical assistance for states, and a requirement for the Secretary to review the law once secure payment systems are fully implemented.