- US lawmakers are considering changing federal regulations to allow Americans on food stamps (SNAP) to purchase hot rotisserie chickens from grocery stores.
- The House of Representatives approved this change as part of its version of the farm bill, and a bipartisan group of senators introduced a standalone bill, though it faces hurdles in broader negotiations.
- Current SNAP guidelines prohibit participants from buying foods sold hot at the register, meaning pre-cooked rotisserie chickens must be cooled and refrigerated to be eligible.
- Food security advocates argue the rule adjustment would offer practical relief and convenient, nutritious options for families with limited budgets, without increasing overall benefit amounts.
- The push for a national standard is supported by grocery groups and industry analysts, who note that 42 million Americans rely on SNAP and this change would offer more flexibility.
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Shoppers using federal food stamps could soon buy a very popular grocery staple
