Texas could be on the hook for hundreds of millions in federal penalties tied to SNAP payment errors

Texas could be on the hook for hundreds of millions in federal penalties tied to SNAP payment errors

April 9, 2026

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State officials say new federal rules could cost taxpayers about $826 million more by 2027 if error rates aren’t reduced.

Author: khou.com

Published: 7:52 AM CDT April 9, 2026

Updated: 7:52 AM CDT April 9, 2026