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NewsKEYT News Channel 3-12June 29, 2026Santa Barbara

New CalFresh Eligibility Rules Impacting Santa Barbara County

New federal SNAP requirements, including stricter work-reporting rules, are set to change eligibility for CalFresh benefits in Santa Barbara County. Local food bank officials estimate that approximately 17,000 residents may be affected by these updates.

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Why It Matters

Approximately 17,000 Santa Barbara County residents may see changes to their food assistance eligibility due to new federal for the program.

Key Facts

  • New federal SNAP requirements are being implemented that include stricter work-reporting rules.
  • Approximately 17,000 residents in Santa Barbara County are estimated to be affected by these changes.
  • Over 55,000 local residents received CalFresh benefits during the previous year.

Who's Mentioned

locationSanta Barbara County“The geographic area affected by the new CalFresh eligibility requirements.”organizationFoodbank of Santa Barbara“Local organization monitoring the impact of federal policy changes on food assis”organizationKEYT“The news outlet reporting on the policy changes.”