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Puerto Rico: Equal Food Assistance Rules

This act aims to transition Puerto Rico to the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), meaning residents will have access to the same food benefits as citizens in other U.S. states. This change could significantly improve food access for needy families and individuals, replacing the current block grant system.
Key points
Puerto Rico will be included in the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), providing residents with access to broader food support.
The transition to the new system will take up to 5 years, during which Puerto Rico must prepare an action plan and obtain federal government approval.
This change could mean greater stability and potentially higher benefits for eligible Puerto Rico residents compared to the current system.
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Print number: 117_S_4967
Sponsor: Sen. Gillibrand, Kirsten E. [D-NY]
Process start date: 2022-09-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Puerto Rico Nutrition Assistance Fairness Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4967.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-09-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Puerto Rico will be included in the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), providing residents with access to broader food support.
  • The transition to the new system will take up to 5 years, during which Puerto Rico must prepare an action plan and obtain federal government approval.
  • This change could mean greater stability and potentially higher benefits for eligible Puerto Rico residents compared to the current system.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Gillibrand, Kirsten E. [D-NY].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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