SNAP Recipients Would Get More Money Each Month Under New Bill
Summary
A new bill in the U.S. House of Representatives would give eligible families an extra $60 each month to buy fresh fruits and vegetables. The plan, called the Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act, aims to improve access to healthy foods for low-income households, including those already receiving SNAP benefits.Key Facts
- The Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act was introduced on July 2 by Representative Pramila Jayapal and Democratic cosponsors.
- The bill would create a pilot program run by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).
- Eligible households would receive an additional $60 monthly, usable only for buying qualifying fresh, frozen, or dried fruits and vegetables with no added fat, sugar, or salt.
- Households earning 80% or less of their area's median income could apply; SNAP recipients automatically qualify based on income.
- The program would use the existing Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) system to distribute benefits.
- States chosen for the pilot must represent different U.S. regions and focus on helping food-insecure communities.
- States would collect data to see if the program improves nutrition and access to healthy foods.
- The bill encourages simpler enrollment by having states use opt-in or automatic registration for SNAP households.
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