Restaurant Meals Program Reform
Official: Restaurant Meals Program Reform Act of 2025
IntroducedDecember 11, 2025
Why This Matters
This bill changes how the Restaurant Meals Program works by allowing specific grocery stores to sell eligible meals. It aims to improve access to nutritious food for people using benefits.
If you rely on food assistance, you may have more options for nutritious meals at grocery stores.
Affects: Individuals and families who receive benefits from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
What changes is this bill making?
1. This bill updates the rules for the Restaurant Meals Program. 2. It allows certain grocery stores to serve meals that can be purchased with benefits. 3. Meals must include at least one fruit or vegetable and one protein. 4. Spouses of eligible individuals cannot participate in this program. 5. The government will track and report on the program's effectiveness.
Who is affected?
Individuals and families who receive benefits from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.