Coming November 1st, if you are collecting Snap / EBT, you are required to work 80 hours a month in order to collect benefits: pic.twitter.com/I5mQAD8Z6R
— AlphaFox (@alphafox) October 21, 2025
Here’s what’s changing:
- Who must comply: Adults aged 18 to 64 who are physically and mentally able to work and do not have a dependent child under 14.
- What counts: You must complete 80 hours per month (or 20 hours per week) of:
- Paid employment or self-employment
- Volunteer service with a government or nonprofit
- Participation in approved job training or education programs
- Reporting: You must document and report these hours to your state’s Department of Human Services. Failure to do so could result in benefits being limited to just 3 months in a 3-year period.
“SNAP recipients who meet certain criteria must report at least 20 hours a week (or 80 hours a month) of work, volunteering, education or training.” — Share Food Program, October 21, 2025 https://www.sharefoodprogram.org/announcements/snap-work-requirements-are-changing-again-november-1-2025-heres-what-to-know/
“Under the new federal law, those affected must complete an average of 80 hours per month in qualifying work or training activity.” — Maui Now, October 20, 2025 https://mauinow.com/2025/10/20/federal-snap-work-requirement-changes-to-begin-nov-1-guidance-and-resources-offered/
“Able-bodied adults without dependents must prove they are working or participating in approved activities for at least 80 hours per month.” — Metrics for Healthy Communities, October 21, 2025 https://metricsforhealthycommunities.org/snap-rule-change-2025-80-hours-work-activity/