(Posted August 14, 2025) Due to the passing of a new federal budget in July of 2025, there will be significant changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
At this time, the Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) has indicated the bulk of the changes have not taken effect.
For now, students are encouraged to continue to apply for and use SNAP benefits as usual. ODHS will send notification to enrolled participants before anything changes with the SNAP benefits and services people receive.
Changes are expected to impact immigrant eligibility, work requirements, and the amount of benefits participants can receive per month. ODHS is developing implementation guidance. To learn more, please visit the Oregon Department of Human Services page on federal updates.
The Basic Needs Program will continue to keep this website updated as we learn more.
For information on other food resources available to students, please visit our food resources page.