USDA gives more time for SNAP cost sharing changes
The USDA is giving state agencies and anti-hunger advocates extra time to fight over who pays to run SNAP.
By Foodie Pundit Newsroom - Published - Updated - Section: Agriculture Supply
Key points
- The USDA is extending the public comment period for a proposed rule on SNAP cost-sharing.
- The decision gives state agencies and the public more time to provide feedback on changes to how administrative costs for the food assistance program are split.
- The USDA's Food and Nutrition Service holds the authority to set the rules for SNAP, including the financial arrangements with states.
- The extension was granted in response to requests, showing the federal rulemaking process in action.
- The next step is the new comment deadline, after which the USDA will work on a final rule.
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