New expanded work requirements for SNAP benefits coming to TN on 10/31

Tennesseans who receive benefits from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program have until October 31 to comply with the new, expanded work requirements created by the Trump administration. Those who were once exempt from the work requirements—people between 55 to 64 years old, parents with children 14 and older, veterans, the homeless and children aging out of foster care will soon have to get a job, volunteer, go to training or submit documentation proving they cannot work in order to receive SNAP benefits. More information can be found about the new requirements on the Tennessee Department of Human Services website.