SNAP Online Access Act of 2026
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (20 Mar 2026): Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition and Foreign Agriculture.
What this bill does
H.R. 7469, the SNAP Online Access Act of 2026, would amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to make permanent the authority for individuals to use Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for online grocery purchases. The bill requires the Secretary of Agriculture to transition the SNAP online purchasing initiative from pilot programs to a permanent nationwide operation within 120 days of the subsection's effective date.
This legislation primarily affects SNAP beneficiaries and authorized retailers. It aims to ensure ongoing access to online grocery shopping for those using SNAP benefits and would necessitate the development of regulations covering program integrity, consumer protections, and equitable access. The Secretary is also required to consult with various stakeholders, including state agencies and consumer advocates, and report to Congress on this process.
The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on February 10, 2026, and referred to the Committee on Agriculture. No further action has been taken on the bill since its introduction.
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Timeline
20 Mar 2026
Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition and Foreign Agriculture.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 7469 do?
- H.R. 7469, the SNAP Online Access Act of 2026, would amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to make permanent the authority for individuals to use Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for online grocery purchases. The bill requires the Secretary of Agriculture to transition the SNAP online purchasing initiative from pilot programs to a permanent nationwide operation within 120 days of the subsection's effective date. This legislation primarily affects SNAP beneficiaries and authorized retailers. It aims to ensure ongoing access to online grocery shopping for those using SNAP benefits and would necessitate the development of regulations covering program integrity, consumer protections, and equitable access. The Secretary is also required to consult with various stakeholders, including state agencies and consumer advocates, and report to Congress on this process. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on February 10, 2026, and referred to the Committee on Agriculture. No further action has been taken on the bill since its introduction.
- Has H.R. 7469 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 7469. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 7469?
- H.R. 7469 was sponsored by Rep. Messmer, Mark B. [R-IN-8] (R-IN), with 1 cosponsor.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 7469?
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition and Foreign Agriculture. (20 Mar 2026).
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