Food and Nutrition Delivery Safety Act of 2026
- Bill Number
- H.R. 8046
- Origin Chamber
- House
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 2
- Policy Area
- Agriculture and Food
- Status
- Introduced
- Latest Action
- 2026-03-24: Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
- Last Updated
- 2026-06-19T08:06:49Z
AI-Generated Summary
Summary of H.R. 8046: Food and Nutrition Delivery Safety Act of 2026
Purpose of the legislation
This bill amends the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to create new standards for online platforms and delivery services used in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The goal is to ensure safety, security, privacy, and fair labor practices for SNAP participants and retailers offering online or delivery options.
Key provisions outlined
- Establishment of standards: Within 18 months of enactment, the Administrator of the Food and Nutrition Service must develop rules in consultation with the Food Safety and Inspection Service, the Food and Drug Administration, the Office of Science and Technology Policy, and stakeholders. These cover:
- Safe and secure use of online or mobile platforms for SNAP benefits, including digital privacy and cybersecurity protections.
- Delivery standards that promote fair working conditions for delivery employees (such as prevailing wages) and maintain food safety and security during transport.
- Compliance reporting: Retailers seeking SNAP authorization must submit a report showing adherence to these standards.
- Noncompliance consequences: Retailers failing to meet the standards lose SNAP authorization but may reapply once compliance is demonstrated.
Significant changes to existing law introduced
The bill adds a new subsection (k) to Section 9 of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008. This introduces mandatory federal standards for online SNAP transactions and food deliveries, along with reporting and enforcement mechanisms not previously required.
Potential impacts on government agencies, citizens, or international relations
- Government agencies: Increases responsibilities for the Food and Nutrition Service and partner agencies in developing, monitoring, and enforcing new standards, potentially requiring additional resources for oversight and regulation.
- Citizens: Enhances protections for SNAP users regarding data privacy and cybersecurity while supporting safer delivery practices; delivery workers may benefit from improved wage and safety conditions.
- International relations: No direct effects identified.
Main stakeholders affected by this legislation
- SNAP participants who use online or delivery services.
- Retail food stores and wholesale food concerns authorized for SNAP that offer online platforms or deliveries.
- Delivery service employees.
- Federal agencies including the Food and Nutrition Service, Food Safety and Inspection Service, and Food and Drug Administration.
Notable legal, constitutional, or political implications
The legislation expands federal regulatory authority over private retailers in the SNAP program, focusing on privacy, cybersecurity, and labor standards. It does not appear to raise significant constitutional concerns but could involve administrative rulemaking processes subject to standard federal oversight.
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Sponsor
Rep. Figures, Shomari [D-AL-2]
Cosponsors (11)
Rep. Mannion, John W. [D-NY-22], Rep. McBath, Lucy [D-GA-6], Rep. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26], Rep. Sewell, Terri A. [D-AL-7], Rep. Salinas, Andrea [D-OR-6], Rep. Riley, Josh [D-NY-19], Rep. Pettersen, Brittany [D-CO-7], Rep. Davids, Sharice [D-KS-3], Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-2], Rep. Wasserman Schultz, Debbie [D-FL-25], Rep. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2]
Recent Actions
- 2026-03-24: Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
- 2026-03-24: Introduced in House
- 2026-03-24: Introduced in House
Bill Versions
- Food and Nutrition Delivery Safety Act of 2026 — issued 2026-03-24 — PDF (4 pages)