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SB 195

Eligibility for SNAP benefits.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Greg Walker

SB 195 modifies SNAP eligibility standards in Indiana, potentially affecting food assistance access for up to 700,000 vulnerable residents through changed income, asset, or work requirements.

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Bill Summary · SB 195

Legislative bill overview

SB 195 modifies eligibility requirements for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits in Indiana. The bill was introduced on January 6, 2026, and is currently in the Committee on Family and Children Services. Without access to the specific bill text, the exact nature of the eligibility changes cannot be detailed.

Why is this important

SNAP serves approximately 700,000 Indiana residents annually and is a critical anti-hunger program. Changes to eligibility directly affect food security for low-income individuals and families, with potential impacts on state administrative costs and federal matching fund requirements.

Potential points of contention

  • Work requirements and exemptions – Proposals often restrict eligibility for able-bodied adults without dependents, affecting vulnerable populations while raising workforce participation expectations
  • Immigration status provisions – Bills frequently tighten documentation requirements, which can exclude eligible citizens and complicate administrative processes
  • Asset and income thresholds – Stricter limits may exclude working poor families who technically exceed limits despite financial hardship, or conversely, looser standards may increase program costs

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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