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USDA: FY25 state payment error rates for SNAP benefits shows $10.1 billion in improper payments nationwide
By Mark Richardson at FOX 9 KMSP (FOX)
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released its annual Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) payment error rates (PER) for fiscal year 2025 on Wednesday, which shows nationwide, there were $10.1 billion in improper payments.
Key takeaway Department of Agriculture (USDA) released its annual Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) payment error rates (PER) for fiscal year 2025 on Wednesday, which shows nationwide, there were $10.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
In Minneapolis , the release of the USDA's annual SNAP payment error rates for fiscal year 2025 will likely resonate with local officials and residents who rely on the program. The $10.1 billion in improper payments nationwide raises questions about the efficiency and effectiveness of the program's administration in Hennepin County, where Minneapolis is located. As the county's social services and public assistance programs are often intertwined with state and federal initiatives, the error rate may impact local efforts to provide support to low-income families and individuals. The Minneapolis community may want to examine how the error rate affects the local allocation of SNAP benefits and whether there are opportunities for improvement in the program's administration at the county level. This could involve reviewing the procedures in place for determining eligibility and distributing benefits to ensure that those in need are receiving the support they require.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 9 KMSP (FOX) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released its annual Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) payment error rates (PER) for fiscal year 2025 on Wednesday, which shows nationwide, there were $10.1 billion in improper payments.
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