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SNAP Staffing Flexibility: Faster Food Assistance Application Processing

This new law allows states to hire outside companies to help process food assistance (SNAP) applications, especially during times of high demand. The goal is to speed up the process and ensure citizens receive support more quickly when needed, without affecting existing public administration jobs.
Key points
States can hire external companies to handle food assistance (SNAP) applications during situations like pandemics, natural disasters, or staffing shortages.
The aim is to process applications faster and avoid delays in providing food benefits to citizens.
Hiring external companies must not lead to delays in decisions or unjustified rejections of applications.
External contractors cannot have financial ties to stores that accept food stamps.
This solution is temporary for staffing shortages and does not replace permanent public employees.
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Print number: 118_HR_5094
Sponsor: Rep. Bacon, Don [R-NE-2]
Process start date: 2023-08-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SNAP Staffing Flexibility Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5094.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-08-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • States can hire external companies to handle food assistance (SNAP) applications during situations like pandemics, natural disasters, or staffing shortages.
  • The aim is to process applications faster and avoid delays in providing food benefits to citizens.
  • Hiring external companies must not lead to delays in decisions or unjustified rejections of applications.
  • External contractors cannot have financial ties to stores that accept food stamps.
  • This solution is temporary for staffing shortages and does not replace permanent public employees.
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 Rep. Bacon, Don [R-NE-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition, Foreign Agriculture, and Horticulture.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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