To amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to modify the definition of food.
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Overview
This bill changes the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to broaden the types of food eligible for purchase with SNAP benefits. Specifically, it adds hot rotisserie chicken to the list of approved foods. This change aims to provide recipients with more food options through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. The bill modifies the existing definition of ‘food’ within the Act.
Key provisions
- Adds hot rotisserie chicken to the list of SNAP-eligible foods.
- Modifies the definition of ‘food’ within the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008.
- Updates Section 3(k)(1) of the Act.
Who is affected
- SNAP recipients
- Food retailers selling hot rotisserie chicken
- The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
Notable changes
- Expands the range of food items that can be purchased with SNAP benefits.
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