Restrict the ability of the executive branch to adjust food stamp eligibility requirements through administrative action.
One policy goal, tracked across every bill that has carried it.
What’s happening with SNAP BACK Act.?
The SNAP BACK Act, introduced as H.R. 5860, has remained in House committees since October 27, 2025. House committee members must act next to hold a vote, but the bill faces a binding constraint because most legislation never receives a committee hearing. Historical data shows that committee inaction is the standard outcome for the vast majority of bills.
Updated July 9, 2026 · Generated by AI. Always verify with official sources.
Where it stands
Now carried by SNAP BACK Act. (H.R. 5860 (119th)) →
Legislative Progress
Next up: A house committee · Nothing moves until they act.
How we got here
Every bill that has carried this goal, oldest first.
Died with Congress · Jan 3, 2025
Died when the 118th Congress ended without final passage. Bills must be reintroduced under a new number to be revived.
Reintroduced · Jan 3, 2025
Reintroduced from H.R. 1489 (118th), which died when its Congress ended.
H.R. 1489 (118th) →
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Who’s behind it
Melanie Stansbury (D-NM)Wrote and sponsored the current bill.