SNAP Communications Toolkit
Federal law changed SNAP rules for some New Mexicans. Use these materials to learn what has changed and what you need to do to keep your benefits. If you’re a provider, community partner, or stakeholder, use them to understand the changes and share them with the SNAP customers you serve.
How to use the SNAP Communications Toolkit
Use this toolkit to learn about the SNAP changes, or to share them with SNAP customers, advocates, and others in your network. Download the complete set of approved materials or download individual items in the language of your choice.
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What's Changed?
Federal SNAP rules changed January 1, 2026. Some adults ages 18–64 must now complete 80 activity hours per month to keep their SNAP benefits. Activity hours can include work, volunteering, job training, or school. Activities can be combined. Many people are exempt.
Federal law changed SNAP eligibility for some lawfully present immigrants. When customers renew their SNAP benefits, HCA will review their eligibility under the new federal rules. Some customers who were previously eligible may no longer qualify for federal SNAP benefits after their renewal. State-funded assistance may be available to help eligible customers who lose federal SNAP benefits.
