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USDA: California owes $1.4 billion because of SNAP errors

California saw $1.4 billion in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program errors during Fiscal Year 2025, forcing the state to face significant federal financial liabilities. The Department of Social Services remains committed to payment accuracy, said information officer Theresa Mier.
Approximately 41 states exceeded the federal 6% error threshold, contributing to $10.17 billion in government waste for Fiscal Year 2025. Agriculture Secretary Brooke L. Rollins stated these rates prove state accountability is "severely lacking."
Across the region, Arizona SNAP errors could cost taxpayers $200 million, while Colorado misallocated more than $143 million under the Colorado Department of Human Services. Both states exemplify the Southwestern trend of high payment errors.
Nevada recorded a 6.22% error rate; the Nevada Division of Social Services will comply with all federal requirements, said DSS Public Information Officer Kristle Muessle. The agency will evaluate options if required to pay a portion of benefits.
Rather than fraud, the USDA notes errors often stem from incomplete household information or state data processing errors. Under federal rules, states must either repay liabilities in full or invest in USDA-approved corrective action plans.

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