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DE HJR2

Joint Resolution

Status

Passed

8/25/2025

Primary Sponsor

DeShanna Neal

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Origin

House of Representatives

153rd General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Directs the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) to explore Delaware's participation in the federal Restaurant Meals Program (RMP), which allows certain SNAP recipients to use benefits for hot prepared meals at participating restaurants

  • Eligible participants would include SNAP recipients who are disabled, at least 60 years old, unhoused, or qualifying family members of those individuals

  • Requires DHSS to submit a final report by September 30, 2025, including analysis of whether RMP participation is recommended, projected implementation costs, and data on eligible Delawareans by zip code

  • Report must compare costs and benefits of statewide implementation versus targeting specific zip codes, and include an implementation plan if participation is recommended

  • Ten states including neighboring Maryland and Virginia already operate RMP programs; participating restaurants must offer meals at concessional rates to eligible individuals

Legislative Description

Directing The Department Of Health And Social Services To Explore Participating In The Federal Restaurant Meals Program.

Last Action

Signed by Governor

8/25/2025

Committee Referrals

Health & Social Services4/17/2025
Health & Human Development3/6/2025

Full Bill Text

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