As of Feb. 2, 2026, SNAP work rules requiring 20 hours weekly work or training take effect in Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin.

Effective February 2, 2026, new work requirements for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) have taken effect in Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin. The changes, part of a broader federal initiative, require most able-bodied adults without dependents to work at least 20 hours per week or participate in approved employment programs to maintain benefits. The policy aims to promote workforce participation and reduce long-term dependency on food assistance. Officials say the updates are consistent with federal guidelines and are being implemented to improve program efficiency.