New federal rules tied to President Donald Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act take effect June 1 and could impact eligibility for some beneficiaries.
WASHINGTON — Some Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipients in the District of Columbia will face new federal work requirements beginning June 1 when they apply for or recertify their benefits.
The changes stem from President Donald Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act and affect certain recipients classified as Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents, commonly known as ABAWDs.
District officials delayed implementation until June 1 to allow time to update systems and train
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