S 9290 New York Senate · 2025 Regular Session

Establishes a state SNAP minimum benefit enhancement program for senior New Yorkers

This bill creates a New York State program that adds $50 monthly to SNAP benefits for seniors aged 60+ who already receive federal SNAP assistance. It directly affects eligible senior households in New York State, providing them with an extra state-funded benefit on top of their federal SNAP allotment. The program uses existing SNAP electronic benefit transfer (EBT) systems, requires benefits to be used only for food purchases, and operates under current SNAP rules. The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment.
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Introduced Feb 25, 2026 Last action Feb 25, 2026
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