I’m on SNAP. What does the Republican Budget Bill mean for me?

SNAP (formerly known as food stamps) cuts due to the Republican Budget Bill (also known as H.R. 1 or the “One Big Beautiful Bill”) will primarily impact non-citizen immigrants with some exceptions and adults who cannot meet increased work requirements. Consult your ODHS (Oregon Department of Human Services) caseworker with questions about your benefits.

CONTACT ODHS

We understand the fear and heartbreak of losing this vital resource. Food is available. Go to OregonFoodFinder.org (available in 19 languages) to find free groceries, meals or places where you can double your SNAP benefits near you. No proof of immigration status or gender identity is required at these locations.

FIND FREE FOOD NEAR YOU

What can I do if I am on SNAP benefits?

1. Keep using your benefits as normal. Watch for notices. Open all mail from the Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS). Consult your caseworker or ODHS if you have any questions.

2. If your SNAP benefits are cut off and you believe it was a mistake, call the Oregon Law Center’s Public Benefits Hotline at 1-800-520-5292. They can help you understand your rights, appeal a decision or reapply for benefits. Don’t delay– there are strict deadlines for appeals.

3. Partners for a Hunger-Free Oregon hosts weekly SNAP Office Hours and sends out important updates. Sign up to join their SNAP updates mailing list.

4. Go to OregonFoodFinder.org to find free groceries, meals and places where you can double your SNAP benefits near you.

Learn More & Take Action

• Additional analysis of the estimated impacts of the Republican Budget Bill on Oregonians by Oregon’s Department of Administrative Services can be found here.

• Read: What does the largest SNAP cut in history mean for Oregonians?

• Our laws should end hunger — not cause it. Sign up for action alerts to learn more about how we can end hunger together.