Important Benefit Changes You Should Know

This page shares important changes to your benefits. We’ll keep it updated as new state or federal rules are implemented. 

SNAP: New Rules for Proving Expenses (Starting October 1, 2025)

Starting October 1, 2025, you will need to show proof of your dependent care, housing (shelter/utilities), and medical costs when applying for or renewing SNAP benefits. This change is a result of the Governor's Executive Directive 13, issued on August 13, 2025.

This change applies to: 

  • New applications 
  • Renewals of SNAP benefits 
  • Reports you send in between renewals 

These documents are needed to determine how much income you have left after expenses, which can impact your SNAP eligibility. 

Why this Change is Important 
 Providing proof of your expenses helps us make sure you get the right amount of SNAP benefits. If you don’t share this proof, we can’t count those expenses, which could reduce the benefits you qualify for. 

If you're not sure what to provide, here are some examples: 

Dependent Care Costs:  

  • A signed note or receipt from your childcare provider or an agency paying for care

Housing Costs:  

  • Rent receipts or lease agreement 
  • Mortgage statement 
  • Utility bills (electricity, water, etc.) 
  • Property tax bills 

Medical Costs (for people 60+ or with disabilities):  

  • Medical or pharmacy bills 
  • Health insurance premium statements 

You can also provide other documents not listed here if they show your expenses. 

 

 

 

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