Attention SNAP Recipients!

The Shapiro Administration launched dhs.pa.gov/work, to help Pennsylvanians navigate changes to SNAP work and reporting requirements that went into effect on September 1.

The Republican budget bill passed by Congress and signed by President Trump earlier this summer mandates these changes.

SNAP Work Requirements
SNAP Webinar
Federal Contacts

Senate Democrats Introduce Pennsylvania Food Bank and Hunger Relief Grant Program

Republican SNAP Cuts

Due to the Ongoing Republican Government Shutdown,

Pennsylvania SNAP Recipients will NOT Receive Benefits

That Were Slated to be Paid in November.

Unless Congress takes immediate action, SNAP payments will not be issued for November.

Pennsylvanians who need immediate food assistance can call 211 or visit www.pa211.org to find local food banks and other food assistance programs.

Get Food Assistance

If you have questions, call 877-395-8930

(or 215-560-7226 if you live in Philadelphia)

Virtual Webinar on SNAP Changes

The Senate Democratic Caucus is hosted a public virtual webinar on October 8th with Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Secretary Dr. Valerie Arkoosh to discuss the upcoming changes to SNAP. 

The webinar provided an opportunity to learn about the federal government changes to SNAP and how they will impact SNAP recipients.

In July 2025, Republicans in Congress passed a bill that makes changes to the SNAP program. President Trump signed that bill into law. Some SNAP recipients now must meet work requirements and report that they are meeting this requirement to DHS. If SNAP recipients are not meeting this requirement, they will be limited to three months of SNAP benefits for a three-year period.

Keep reading to learn about these changes, how they will affect SNAP recipients, and how to report that you are meeting the work requirements.

Starting on September 1, 2025

Starting on September 1, 2025, the federal government’s rules on how long certain people can receive SNAP benefits are changing. Certain SNAP recipients will be subject to SNAP work requirements and time limits because of the federal budget bill passed by Congressional Republicans and signed by President Trump.

Under these new federal rules, to keep or become eligible for SNAP benefits certain people will have to meet SNAP work requirements that include working, volunteering, or participating in an education or training program for at least 20 hours a week (or 80 hours each month) AND report that you are meeting these work requirements.

These rules apply to you if you: 

  • Are between 18-54 years old;
  • Do not have a dependent child under 18; and,
  • Are considered physically and mentally able to work

Pennsylvania no longer qualifies for waivers of these rules by county or municipal jurisdiction because of a change in the federal law. Certain people may be exempt from these requirements. Learn more about SNAP work requirements exemptions and how you can let us know if you meet one.

Starting on November 1, 2025

In addition, starting on November 1, 2025, even more people will be subject to SNAP work requirements and time limits because of the federal budget bill passed by Congressional Republicans and signed by President Trump. 

Under these new federal rules, to keep or become eligible for SNAP benefits certain people will have to meet SNAP work requirements that include working, volunteering, or participating in an education or training program for at least 20 hours a week (or 80 hours each month) AND report that they are meeting these work requirements. 

The expanded work requirements will apply to you if you:

  • Are between 18-64 years old;
  • Do not have a dependent child under 14 years old; and
  • Are considered physically and mentally able to work

In addition, being a veteran or a current or former foster youth age 18-24 will no longer be an exemption.

Some people may still be exempt from these requirements if they meet a different exemption.

DON’T MISS IMPORTANT UPDATES ABOUT YOUR BENEFITS

Remember to always keep your address and phone number with DHS up-to-date so you don’t miss important information about your benefits. You can update your contact information:

  • On COMPASS at www.dhs.pa.gov/compass
  • Through the My COMPASS PA mobile app (free on Apple and Google Play)
  • By calling 877-395-8930 (or 215-560-7226 if you live in Philadelphia)
  • Visiting your County Assistance Office

Make sure you also update your address with the United States Postal Service so you don’t miss this mail.

Federal Contacts

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U.S. SENATORS

JOHN FETTERMAN

Erie Office • Phone: (814) 453-3010
Harrisburg Office • Phone: (717) 782-3951
Philadelphia Office • Phone: (215) 241-1090
Pittsburgh Office • Phone: (412) 803-3501
Washington, D.C. Office • Phone: (202) 224-4254
Wilkes-Barre Office • Phone: (570) 820-4088

DAVID McCORMICK

Allentown Office • Phone: (610) 782-9470
Erie Office • Phone: (814) 240-5213
Harrisburg Office • Phone: (717) 231-7540
Philadelphia Office • Phone: (215) 405-9660
Pittsburgh Office • Phone: (412) 803-7370
Scranton Office • Phone: (570) 941-0930
State College Office • Phone: (814) 357-0314
Washington, D.C. Office • Phone: (202) 224-6324

U.S. REPRESENTATIVES

BRENDAN BOYLE

Representing the 2nd Congressional District

Philadelphia Office (N. Front St.) • Phone: (267) 335-5643
Philadelphia Office (Bustleton Ave.) • Phone: (215) 335-3355
Philadelphia Office (W. Girard Ave.) • Phone: (215) 982-1156
Washington, D.C. Office • Phone: (202) 225-6111

ROBERT BRESNAHAN

Representing the 8th Congressional District

Washington, D.C. Office • Phone: (202) 225-5546

MADELEINE DEAN

Representing the 4th Congressional District

Glenside Office • Phone: (215) 884-4300
Pottstown Office • Phone: (610) 382-1250
Washington, D.C. Office • Phone: (202) 225-4731

CHRISTOPHER D. DELUZIO

Representing the 17th Congressional District

Beaver County Office • Phone: (724) 206-4860
Carnegie Office • Phone: (412) 344-5583
Penn Hills Office • Phone: (412) 344-5583
Washington, D.C. Office • Phone: (202) 225-2301

DWIGHT D. EVANS

Representing the 3rd Congressional District

Philadelphia Office (Ogontz Ave.) • Phone: (215) 276-0340
Philadelphia Office (Point Breeze) • Phone: (215) 254-3400
Washington, D.C. Office • Phone: (202) 225-4001

BRIAN FITZPATRICK

Representing the 1st Congressional District

Langhorne Office • Phone: (215) 579-8102
Washington, D.C. Office • Phone: (202) 225-4276

CHRISSY HOULAHAN

Representing the 6th Congressional District

Reading Office • Phone: (610) 295-0815
West Chester Office • Phone: (610) 883-5050
Washington, D.C. Office • Phone: (202) 225-4315

 

JOHN JOYCE

Representing the 13th Congressional District

Adams County Office • Phone: (717) 357-6320
Altoona Office • Phone: (814) 656-6081
Cambria County Office • Phone: (814) 485-6020
Chambersburg Office • Phone: (717) 753-6344
Johnstown Office • Phone: (814) 485-6020
Juniata Valley Office • Phone: (717) 357-6320
Washington, D.C. Office • Phone: (202) 225-2431

MIKE KELLY

Representing the 16th Congressional District

Pa Butler Office • Phone: (724) 282-2557
Erie Office • Phone: (814) 454-8190
Sharon Office • Phone: (724) 342-7170
Washington, D.C. Office • Phone: (202) 225-5406

SUMMER LEE

Representing the 12th Congressional District

Beechview Office • Phone: (412) 214-5000
Bethel Park Office • Phone: (412) 214-5000
Clairton Office • Phone: (412) 214-5000
Jeannette Office • Phone: (412) 214-5000
Pittsburgh Office • Phone: (412) 214-5000
Washington, D.C. Office • Phone: (202) 225-2135

RYAN MACKENZIE

Representing the 7th Congressional District

Allentown Office • Phone: (484) 781-6000
Washington, D.C. Office • Phone: (202) 225-6411

DANIEL MEUSER

Representing the 9th Congressional District

Berwick Office • Phone: (570) 871-6370
Bloomsburg Office • Phone: (570) 871-6370
Hamburg Office • Phone: (610) 428-0869
Lebanon Office • Phone: (717) 603-1459
Pottsville Office • Phone: (570) 871-6370
Tunkhannock Office • Phone: (570) 665-3083
Williamsport Office • Phone: (570) 202-0658
Washington, D.C. Office • Phone: (202) 225-6511

SCOTT PERRY

Representing the 10th Congressional District

Cumberland County Office • Phone: (717) 550-6565
Dauphin County Office • Phone: (717) 603-4980
York County Office • Phone: (717) 893-7868
Washington, D.C. Office • Phone: (202) 225-5836

GUY RESCHENTHALER

Representing the 14th Congressional District

Latrobe Office • Phone: (724) 219-4200
Washington Office • Phone: (724) 206-4800
Washington, D.C. Office • Phone: (202) 225-2065

MARY GAY SCANLON

Representing the 5th Congressional District

Chester Office • Phone: (610) 626-2020
Washington, D.C. Office • Phone: (202) 225-2011

GLENN THOMPSON

Representing the 15th Congressional District

Gt Bellefonte Office • Phone: (814) 353-0215
Oil City Office • Phone: (814) 670-0432
Washington, D.C. Office • Phone: (202) 225-5121

LLOYD SMUCKER

Representing the 11th Congressional District

Hanover Office • Phone: (717) 969-6132
Lancaster Office • Phone: (717) 393-0667
Red Lion Office • Phone: (717) 969-6133
Washington, D.C. Office • Phone: (202) 225-2411

 

Federal Agencies

UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

UNITED STATES CITIZENSHIP AND IMMIGRATION SERVICES

UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

    UNITED STATES CENTERS FOR MEDICARE AND MEDICAID SERVICES

    UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

    Phone: (800) 872-5327

    E-mail: Contact Us

    UNITED STATES DEPARTMENTOF JUSTICE

    UNITED STATES OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET

    • Phone: (202) 395-308