States told to ‘undo’ SNAP benefits that have been paid out

(NEXSTAR) — The U.S. Department of Agriculture has instructed states to "immediately undo" actions they've taken to send out full SNAP benefits, according to multiple reports.

The USDA told states that those who do not comply may lose out on federal cost-sharing of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, The Associated Press, CNN, and The New York Times reported Sunday, citing the directive that was sent out on Saturday. States could also be held responsible for the funds that have been administered.

“To the extent States sent full SNAP payment files for November 2025, this was unauthorized,” Patrick Penn, deputy undersecretary of Agriculture, wrote to state SNAP directors. “Accordingly, States must immediately undo any steps taken to issue full SNAP benefits for November 2025.”