Enrollment in the largest federally funded food aid program has dropped significantly. Over a 12-month period, the number of people enrolled in the program decreased by more than 13%. This decline is sharper than the government's initial estimate. The decrease is attributed to work requirements and other provisions implemented as part of a recent bill.

Those who no longer qualify for the program include individuals who do not meet the new requirements. Additionally, some eligible individuals may be rejected due to missed deadlines or lack of necessary documentation. However, the exact number of people in each category is not yet known.

Further details about the decline in enrollment and its effects are available, but it is still unclear how many people have lost coverage due to overwhelmed state agencies.