Myths vs. Facts on Food Stamp Reform

May 29, 2025

Amelia Kuntzman, Sarah Wagoner and Alyssa Villa

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Myths vs. Facts on Food Stamp Reform

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The House recently passed its One Big Beautiful bill that makes great progress in enhancing Food Stamp program integrity. Here are the facts.

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Topics: Food Stamps, One Big Beautiful Bill, Reconciliation, Spending

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Myths vs. Facts on Food Stamp Reform

Executive Summary

Amelia Kuntzman

Sarah Wagoner

Alyssa Villa

Redirecting DOE Funds Towards American Energy Priorities

The DOE Shows Taxpayers What’s Truly Essential and What Isn’t

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