Texas SNAP Deadline: $700M Fine, Healthier Choices

Texas faces a significant challenge with its SNAP program, as it must reduce payment errors by the end of 2027 to avoid a massive $700 million fine. The states current error rate of nearly 9% could lead to a 10% penalty of the entire federal SNAP budget. Starting October 2026, Texas will cover 75% of SNAP admin costs, up from 50%, increasing state budget expenses. Errors are not solely due to fraud; income changes can cause over or under payments, and Texas ranked 25th nationwide in 2025, putting families at risk if funds tighten. New rules from Senate Bill 379, effective April 1, ban junk food on Lone Star cards, encouraging healthier choices. As Texas works to address these issues and enforce work rules for able-bodied adults, millions relying on food assistance are affected.

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