Enrollment in the largest federally funded food aid program in the US has dropped significantly. Over a 12-month period, the decline exceeded 13%, surpassing government estimates. This change is attributed to work requirements and other provisions taking effect. People who do not meet the new requirements or fail to provide necessary documentation are losing coverage.

The impact of these changes is still being assessed, and it is unclear how many individuals fall into each category. Some state agencies are struggling to keep up with the changes, which may also be contributing to the decline in enrollment.

Further details about the decline in enrollment and its effects are available from the source.