SNAP Recipients Affected by New Work Rules for Marketplace

New work requirements - journalist question hi all. i am a reporter with the national public radio show marketplace (marketplace.org). i'm working on a story about how the new SNAP work requirements, and am looking to talk to people who might be affected by them. if that's you, and you would be open to talking with me for a radio story that will air on stations across the country, i would love to hear from you. details about the new requirements below. my DMs are open, and my email address is [email redacted]. you can also let me know how best to reach you in the comments if you prefer. thank you for considering. Under the new rules, to keep or become eligible for SNAP benefits, certain people will have to: Meet SNAP work requirements that include working, volunteering, or participating in an education or training program for at least 20 hours a week (or 80 hours each month) Report that they are meeting these work requirements. Starting September 1st, 2025, these rules apply to you if you are: Are between 18 and 54 years old Do not have a dependent child under 18 Are considered physically and mentally able to work. Starting November 1st, 2025, these rules apply to you if you : Are between 18 and 64 years old Do not have a dependent child under 14 Are considered physically and mentally able to work.