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Farmers' Access to Nutrition Programs: Streamlined Applications and Mobile Payments.

This Act aims to cut red tape for direct marketing farmers and ranchers, making it easier for them to accept payments from major federal nutrition programs like SNAP and WIC. It mandates the creation of a single application or an information-sharing system, eliminating the need for multiple separate applications. For citizens, this means increased access to fresh, local produce at farmers' markets, as more vendors will be equipped to process their benefits efficiently.
Key points
Establishing a single, streamlined application process for farmers to become vendors in all major federal nutrition programs (SNAP, WIC, Senior Farmers’ Market Program).
Requiring the provision of appropriate, often wireless or mobile, technology to farmers' markets to simplify the processing of benefit payments.
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Print number: 118_S_2504
Sponsor: Sen. Smith, Tina [D-MN]
Process start date: 2023-07-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Enabling Farmers to Benefit from Processing Nutrition Programs Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2504.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-07-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishing a single, streamlined application process for farmers to become vendors in all major federal nutrition programs (SNAP, WIC, Senior Farmers’ Market Program).
  • Requiring the provision of appropriate, often wireless or mobile, technology to farmers' markets to simplify the processing of benefit payments.
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. Smith, Tina [D-MN].

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 2025-12-26.

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