DoorDash and Family Dollar Expand Nationwide Access to Affordable Grocery Delivery With SNAP/EBT

DoorDash, a global leader in local commerce, and Family Dollar, one of the nation’s leading discount retailers, today announced that all eligible Family Dollar stores on the DoorDash Marketplace now accept SNAP/EBT payments for SNAP-eligible items. With Family Dollar locations available on DoorDash in 48 states and D.C., SNAP consumers across the nation can use their benefits to order on-demand delivery of eligible grocery items and essentials from their local store. This expanded offering bolsters DoorDash’s network of...

Rollins and Kennedy Pen Joint Op-ed “We’re Bringing Families More Healthy Foods in a SNAP”

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins and U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. published a joint opinion piece in Fox News highlighting the need to strengthen SNAP retailer stocking standards.  

“At long last, we are modernizing SNAP to responsibly steward taxpayer dollars, promote healthy eating and empower Americans to lead better lives,” said Secretary Rollins and Secretary Kennedy. “This pending final rule squares with the latest Dietary Guidelines for Americans’ call to eat real food by ensuring low...

American Egg Board Applauds USDA’s Continued Focus on Real Food and Protein Access 

The American Egg Board (AEB) commends the U. S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) announcement of new staple food requirements for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and the launch of Dietary Guidelines for Americans Strategic Partnerships. Both efforts prioritize real food and ensure American families have access to affordable, nutrient-dense options like eggs. 

The new SNAP stocking standards nearly double the number of healthy food options available to recipients, with a clear focus on protein...

USDA Announces New Partnerships to Advance MAHA Agenda

Today, US Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins, joined by US Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy. Jr., and National Nutrition Advisor at the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Dr. Ben Carson announced the USDA's commencement of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans Strategic Partnerships, an effort which encourages the private sector to participate in educating the American people about the importance of the Guidelines and how they serve as the foundation to better eating...

FMI Statement on Introduction of SNAP Online Legislation

The Food Industry Association welcomed the introduction of the SNAP Online Access Act that would make the SNAP Online pilot program permanent. FMI Chief Public Policy Officer Jennifer Hatcher issued the following statement.

“Since its launch in 2019, the SNAP Online Purchasing Pilot has grown from just eight retailers in eight states, including several FMI members, to hundreds of retailers nationwide. Making SNAP Online permanent will give retailers the certainty they need to invest and innovate, while ensuring SNAP participants – especially those in working households and communities where grocery access may be...

FMI Reacts to New USDA Guidance on SNAP Waivers

Today, FMI – The Food Industry Association Chief Public Policy Officer Jennifer Hatcher offered the following statement on the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) long-awaited Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) retailer compliance guidance to implement food restriction waivers:

“FMI members remain committed to supporting the health and nutrition goals of all customers — including SNAP participants — and we appreciate the USDA confirmation that each state-issued food restriction waiver will include a 90-day grace period following its implementation date. This transition window is essential to helping retailers identify and raise compliance issues...

Rollins, Chavez-DeRemer Pledge New Strategies to Reduce Welfare and Expand Work Opportunities

Today, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins and U.S. Secretary of Labor Lori Chavez-DeRemer signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) (PDF, 258 KB) to fulfill common goals of helping low-income workers find sustainable employment.

“President Trump’s entire cabinet is working everyday to ensure hardworking Americans can enter the workforce – and have the skills necessary to succeed in our booming economy,” said Secretary Brooke Rollins. “Connecting low-income Americans, including Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients, to education and employment opportunities is so important. This MOU signifies how our two agencies can further collaborate and use one...

USDA Refines SNAP Requirements

As of today, the US Department of Agriculture plans to refine the requirements around government subsidized food stamps or Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), according to a USDA press release which cited the Trump administration's goal to "turn the tide" on chronic disease in America.

"Currently, SNAP retailers are required to stock three varieties of food in each of four staple food categories – dairy, protein, grain, and fruits and vegetables – 12 foods total," read the release which proposes doubling the number of food choices, closing loopholes allowing snack foods, and simplifying the standards for retailers...

Sugar On the Chopping Block for SNAP Program Following MAHA Commission

On May 22, US President Donald Trump spoke alongside Agriculture Secretary, Brooke Rollins, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and others during a MAHA [Make America Healthy Again] Commission Event. 

“We’re on track to sign multiples of SNAP waivers to get junk food and sugary drinks out of our food stamp system,” said the USDA’s Rollins. Rollins signed the first waivers to amend the statutory definition of food for purchase for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Programs (SNAP) in Nebraska, Indiana, and Iowa, she said during her speech...