Democrats Clash Over Rotisserie Chicken
Summary
Congress has passed an amendment to allow people who receive SNAP benefits to buy hot rotisserie chicken. This change ended a rule that currently lets them buy only cold rotisserie chicken. Some Democrats disagree about the amendment, causing a debate within the party.Key Facts
- The House approved the amendment to the 2026 Farm Bill by a 384-35 bipartisan vote.
- The change would let SNAP recipients buy hot rotisserie chicken, not just cold.
- Current SNAP rules exclude hot prepared foods from eligible purchases.
- The amendment is called the Healthy Obtainable Tasty Rotisserie Chicken Act.
- Some Democrats, including Minnesota’s Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan, support the change.
- Other Democrats, including Representative Angie Craig and Representative Shontel Brown, have criticized aspects of the debate around it.
- The amendment was introduced by Republican Representative Rick Crawford and co-sponsored by Senator John Fetterman and Senator Jim Justice.
- Supporters say the change helps families who need quick, affordable, nutritious food options.
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