SNAP Participation Down 11% Between July 2025 & June 2026

Participation in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) has dropped by nearly 11% between July 2025 and June 2026. Nationwide, more than Participation in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) declined by nearly 11% between July 2025 and June 2026, according to a new analysis by the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP). Nationwide, more than 4.5 million people, including approximately 1.5 million children, likely lost access to SNAP benefits during that period. SNAP participation declined in every state except Alaska, including by 5% or more in 44 states and by 10% or more in 23 states . . .