Closing the Meal Gap Act of 2025

This bill would change how Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits are calculated by basing them on the U.S. Department of Agriculture's low-cost food plan instead of the thrifty food plan. It would raise the minimum monthly benefit from 8 percent to 10 percent of the maximum benefit. It would create a standard medical expense deduction for elderly or disabled household members, starting at $140 and adjusted for medical price changes, and would remove the cap on the deduction for excess shelter costs. It would also end the time limit on SNAP benefits for certain adults who do not meet work requirements.

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Sponsors

• Alma S. Adams Democrat sponsor
• 4 cosponsors