U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins announced on Tuesday that states withholding Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) data from the federal government could lose their funding for the program. The information is required to confirm eligibility, prevent misuse of taxpayer money, and ensure that benefits are given only to those who qualify.
Arizona has joined the list of states at risk due to actions taken by two Democratic state officials. Representative Kupper expressed concern that failing to provide the necessary data could jeopardize access to food assistance for families in Arizona. He urged Governor Hobbs and Attorney General Mayes to comply with federal requirements.
“Families who follow the rules and rely on SNAP to get through the week should not be put at risk because the Governor and Attorney General are choosing political fights,” Representative Kupper said. “The federal government has made the requirement clear. If Arizona refuses to comply, our state risks losing SNAP funding altogether. That outcome would punish people who legitimately need help. Governor Hobbs and Attorney General Mayes should reverse course and release the data so Arizona families are not left paying the price.”
Kupper also emphasized that political issues should not interfere with food assistance programs as an election year approaches.
Carbone, a Republican, was elected in 2023 to represent Arizona’s 25th House District, succeeding Michelle Udall.
A copy of Representative Kupper’s letter is attached.