Enhanced Cybersecurity for SNAP Act of 2026

Hozzl · 2026-03-19T21:41:02Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 3949 Enhanced Cybersecurity for SNAP Act of 2026 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Agriculture and Food. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/19/2026, 9:41 PM

Summary of Bill S 3949

The bill titled "A bill to amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008" was introduced in the 119th Congress on February 26, 2026. It aims to require the promulgation of cybersecurity and digital service regulations specifically related to the use of Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards under the supplemental nutrition assistance program, among other purposes.

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Current Status of Bill S 3949

Bill S 3949 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 26, 2026. Bill S 3949 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on February 26, 2026. Bill S 3949's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. as of February 26, 2026

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3949

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Agriculture and Food

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3949

A bill to amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to require the promulgation of cybersecurity and digital service regulations relating to the use of EBT cards under the supplemental nutrition assistance program, and for other purposes.

Comments

Hunter Ross

682

16 days ago

This bill is a joke. It's just another way for the government to control how we use our EBT cards. Who benefits from this nonsense? Certainly not the hardworking folks just trying to put food on the table. #ridiculous