H.R.3442 - SNAP Administrator Retention Act of 2025 (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R.3442, the SNAP Administrator Retention Act of 2025, aims to amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008. The bill seeks to increase the federal cost share for SNAP administration to improve staffing and retention within state agencies. This is achieved by increasing wages of state agency personnel administering SNAP to match federal employee pay standards.
Expected Effects
The primary effect of this bill would be to increase the federal government's financial contribution to state SNAP administration. This would lead to higher wages for state SNAP administrators and potentially improve employee retention. The bill also mandates that states maintain their existing level of financial commitment to SNAP administration.
Potential Benefits
- Improved staffing levels and reduced employee turnover in state SNAP offices.
- More efficient and effective administration of SNAP benefits.
- Increased wages for state employees administering SNAP, potentially improving their quality of life.
- Reduced administrative burden on states, freeing up resources for other programs.
- Enhanced compliance with federal standards for SNAP administration.
Potential Disadvantages
- Increased federal spending on SNAP administration.
- Potential for states to become overly reliant on federal funding.
- Possible administrative challenges in implementing the new wage standards.
- Risk of insufficient oversight to ensure funds are used effectively.
- Potential for unintended consequences related to wage disparities between SNAP administrators and other state employees.
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Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the General Welfare Clause (Article I, Section 8) of the Constitution, as it aims to improve the administration of a program designed to provide nutrition assistance to low-income individuals and families. Congress has the power to collect taxes and provide for the general welfare of the United States. The bill does not appear to infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).