Bill

HB 3763

SNAP MINIMUM BENEFIT

104th Regular Session Introduced by Mary Beth Canty and 10 co-sponsors

Illinois would top up SNAP benefits to a minimum of $75 for any household whose federal monthly benefit is below $75, creating a state-funded floor starting Oct 1, 2025.

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Tracy Katz Muhl

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Bill Summary · HB 3763

Summary of HB3763 — SNAP Minimum Benefit

Overview

HB3763 proposes to set a statewide minimum monthly SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefit in Illinois. Specifically, if a household’s monthly SNAP benefit determined under federal rules is less than $75, the State would provide a supplemental amount so the household’s total monthly benefit reaches $75. The bill amends the Illinois Public Aid Code (Administration Article) by adding a new section, 305 ILCS 5/12-4.13f, and would take effect October 1, 2025.

Key points:
- Purpose: Guarantee a $75 minimum monthly SNAP benefit for households whose federal benefit is below $75.
- Mechanism: State-funded top-up to bring the household’s total monthly SNAP benefit up to $75.
- Effective date: October 1, 2025.

Key Provisions

Statutory Change: Adds 305 ILCS 5/12-4.13f (a new section) to the Illinois Public Aid Code.
Minimum Benefit Requirement: If a household’s federal SNAP benefit is less than $75, the State must pay an additional amount to raise the household’s total monthly SNAP benefit to $75.
Administration: Administered under the Administration Article of the Public Aid Code (Illinois Department responsible under current structure would implement the top-up).
Scope: Applies to all qualifying SNAP households whose federal benefit would otherwise be below $75.

Affected Parties and Fiscal Implications

Affected: SNAP households in Illinois whose monthly federal benefit is under $75.
State/Fiscal Impact: The bill would require state funds to cover the shortfall to reach $75. The legislation does not specify an explicit funding source or cap within the text provided; a separate appropriation or fiscal note would typically accompany such a measure to determine annual cost estimates.
Relevance to Programs: It adds a state top-up layer to a federal-state program, increasing total monthly SNAP benefits for eligible households.

Timelines and Legislative Process

Filed: February 7, 2025 (by Rep. Lindsey LaPointe).
Introduced: February 18, 2025 (HB3763).
Read/Referral History:
- January–March 2025: Referred to Rules; assigned to Appropriations-Health and Human Services Committee (as of March 11).
- March 26, 2025: Read first time; referred to Trade, Workforce & Economic Development.
Co-sponsors (selected):
- Primary: Rep. Lindsey LaPointe
- Notable cosponsors added over March–May 2025 include: Ann M. Williams, Michael Crawford, Matt Hanson, Lilian Jiménez, Mary Beth Canty, Tracy Katz Muhl, Theresa Mah, Kevin John Olickal, Kelly M. Cassidy, Laura Faver Dias.
Status: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Tracy Katz Muhl; ongoing legislative activity as of the latest actions.

Why this matters

Policy intent: Increase financial stability for households relying on SNAP, reducing food insecurity for those with low federal benefits.
Practical impact: Simplifies a floor for SNAP benefits in Illinois by ensuring a predictable, minimum monthly amount, regardless of federal calculations below $75.

If you’d like, I can add a short example illustrating how the top-up would work for a hypothetical household and discuss potential budgetary considerations in more detail.

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