Alabama SNAP Recipients Brace for 35% Benefits Cut Amid DHR System Update
The Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR) is implementing a significant reduction in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits due to directives from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Service (FNS).
Details of the Benefits Cut
On November 8, 2025, DHR received a memorandum from FNS indicating that states must process SNAP payments with a 35% cut in maximum allotments. This directive follows earlier guidance issued on November 5.
Reasons Behind the Cut
This reduction is linked to updates made to the Thrifty Food Plan. As a result, the decrease of 35% from a recipient’s usual monthly benefit may not accurately represent the total amount they will receive.
System Updates and Adjusted Benefits
- DHR is currently updating the SNAP system.
- The adjustment will reflect each household’s new benefits at the reduced rate.
- Adjusted benefits are expected to be released by the end of the week.
Notification and Compliance
This memo serves as a formal notification to clients about the impending reduction in benefits, as required under 7 CFR 273.12(e)(1). The communication is part of a compliance effort following USDA/FNS directives from November 4 and 5, 2025.
SNAP recipients in Alabama should stay informed about these changes, as they will affect their monthly food assistance significantly.
