H.R. 2996 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Reform Act of 2017
H.R. 2996 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) was introduced on Jun 22, 2017, sponsored by Garret Graves with 101 co-sponsors.
During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Jun 22, 2017
- Co-sponsors
- 101
- Policy area
- Agriculture and Food
What it does
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Reform Act of 2017 This bill amends the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to modify the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, formerly known as the food stamp program) work requirements that apply to able-bodied adults without dependents (ABAWDs).
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Garret Graves (R-LA). Co-sponsors: 101 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJun 22, 2017
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition. (Jul 11, 2017)
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Committees
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