As Kansans lose SNAP benefits, state lawmakers examine system hurdles

By: Anna Kaminski

Outlets: Kansas Reflector

Published: October 1, 2026

Words: 596

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 2 days ago

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TOPEKA — More than 30,000 fewer Kansans are receiving federal food assistance benefits, including more than 13,500 children, after the passage of federal cuts in 2025, and current beneficiaries must navigate a system riddled with delays.

State lawmakers considered Wednesday streamlining the application process for federal benefits so people who qualify for cash assistance and food assistance can receive both through one application.

Lou Ann Kibbee, systems advocate and policy analyst for …

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