Timely Review of SNAP Online Retailer Applications Act of 2023

1/21/2024, 9:00 PM

Summary of Bill S 3442

Bill 118 s 3442, also known as the Timely Review of SNAP Online Retailer Applications Act of 2023, aims to improve the process for online retailers to become authorized to accept Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. The bill seeks to streamline the application and review process for online retailers seeking approval to participate in the SNAP program, which provides food assistance to low-income individuals and families.

The legislation includes provisions to ensure that the review of online retailer applications is conducted in a timely manner, with specific deadlines for the approval or denial of applications. This is intended to prevent delays in the approval process that could prevent eligible retailers from participating in the program and providing access to nutritious food options for SNAP recipients.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to improve transparency and accountability in the application review process, requiring the Department of Agriculture to provide regular updates on the status of applications and the reasons for any denials. This is aimed at ensuring that the process is fair and efficient for all retailers seeking to participate in the program. Overall, the Timely Review of SNAP Online Retailer Applications Act of 2023 is designed to make it easier for online retailers to become authorized to accept SNAP benefits, ultimately expanding access to healthy food options for low-income individuals and families.

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Current Status of Bill S 3442

Bill S 3442 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 7, 2023. Bill S 3442 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on December 7, 2023.  Bill S 3442's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. as of December 7, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3442

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3442

Primary Policy Focus

Agriculture and Food

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3442

Timely Review of SNAP Online Retailer Applications Act of 2023Timely Review of SNAP Online Retailer Applications Act of 2023A bill to amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to require the Secretary of Agriculture to make timely decisions on applications of retail food stores to accept benefits from recipients of supplemental nutrition assistance through on-line transactions, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 3442

Cory A. Booker
Cory A. Booker
New Jersey(Democrat)
Alex Padilla
Alex Padilla
California(Democrat)

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