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Congress·In Committee·20 days ago

House Bill Would Make SNAP Online Grocery Shopping Permanent Nationwide

Also known as: SNAP Online Access Act of 2026

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Impact Analysis

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Key Points

  • This bill would make it a permanent rule that people can use their SNAP benefits (formerly called food stamps) to buy groceries online. While many states already allow this as a test program, this law would make it official and available across the entire country.
  • The Department of Agriculture would have 120 days to start turning the current test programs into a permanent system. They would also have two years to write final rules to make sure the system is safe, protects shoppers, and is easy for everyone to use.
  • Government officials would be required to talk to grocery stores, state agencies, and consumer groups to learn what worked well during the trial period from 2014 to 2025. This helps ensure the permanent version of the program doesn't have the same glitches or problems as the early versions.
  • This change is especially helpful for people who have trouble getting to a physical store, such as seniors, people with disabilities, or families living in areas without nearby grocery stores. It allows them to have fresh food delivered right to their door using their benefits.
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Milestones

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Feb 10, 2026House

Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.

Feb 10, 2026

Introduced in House

Related News

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Supermarket News·19 days ago

Measure introduced to make SNAP pilot program permanent

Rep. Mark Messmer (R-Ind.) introduced the SNAP Online Access Act to make permanent a pilot program that allows SNAP recipients to purchase groceries online. The bill provides regulatory certainty to retailers and oversight for the USDA, aiming to modernize food assistance for millions.

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Foodmarket·20 days ago

FMI Statement on Introduction of SNAP Online Legislation

FMI – The Food Industry Association welcomed the SNAP Online Access Act, stating that making the program permanent will allow retailers to innovate and ensure participants in working households can access food in ways that fit their lives, especially in areas with limited grocery access.

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Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

SNAP Online Access Act of 2026

Bill NumberHR 7469
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Agriculture.

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