Why This Matters
This bill updates the rules for what food can be purchased with food assistance benefits and gives states the power to restrict unhealthy options. It aims to promote healthier eating among recipients of food assistance.
If you rely on food assistance, you may see changes in what you can buy with your benefits.
Affects: Families and individuals who receive food assistance benefits.
What changes is this bill making?
1. This bill changes the definition of food in the food assistance program. 2. It allows states to stop benefits for unhealthy food items. 3. The bill includes specific types of beverages and snack foods in its definition. 4. States can request to limit what food can be bought with benefits.
Who is affected?
Families and individuals who receive food assistance benefits.