National - Expanded SNAP work requirements may cause benefit losses beginning November 1
Beginning November 1, 2026, expanded federal SNAP work requirements take effect for more recipients, including adults up to age 64 and some adults in households with children ages 14 to 17. Recipients who do not meet the requirements or qualify for an exemption may lose SNAP after the allowed time-limited period.
Updated October 25, 2026
apnews.com
National - Multi-state EBT processor maintenance scheduled October 27
Forage reports scheduled state processor maintenance on October 27, 2026 from 07:00 to 13:00 UTC for AL, AS, GA, IA, IN, MS, MT, NJ, OH, OK, PA, SC, and UT. The notice says about 15 minutes of downtime is expected, which may briefly interrupt EBT SNAP or cash transaction authorization in affected states.
Updated October 25, 2026
forage.statuspage.io
Nebraska - Candy restriction for SNAP purchases begins November 1
Nebraska DHHS says candy will no longer be eligible for purchase with SNAP benefits effective November 1, 2026. The change adds candy to Nebraska’s existing SNAP purchase restrictions on soda, soft drinks, and energy drinks, and affects what can be purchased rather than SNAP eligibility.
Updated October 25, 2026
dhhs.ne.gov