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NY A04416
Bill
Status
2/4/2025
Primary Sponsor
Andrew Molitor
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AI Summary
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Requires the Department of Social Services, in consultation with the Department of Health, to apply for a federal waiver within 90 days to restrict SNAP benefits to only healthy and nutritious foods and beverages
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Defines approved foods as: infant and adult cereal, fruits, vegetables, nuts, meats, fish, bread, rice, flour, tortillas, fruit and vegetable juice, eggs, milk, cheese, peanut butter, jelly, dried beans, soy beverages, and tofu
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Explicitly excludes foods and beverages with significant amounts of added sugar, artificial sweeteners, or high sodium content, including soft drinks, candy, desserts, and processed foods
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Uses the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) approved items as a reference for developing the healthy foods list
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The new purchasing restrictions take effect only upon receiving federal waiver approval or authorization
Legislative Description
Requires the department of social services to apply for a waiver or request authorization to create a list of healthy and nutritious foods and beverages that may be purchased with supplemental nutrition assistance program (SNAP) benefits.
Last Action
referred to social services
1/7/2026