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PA SB1057
Bill
Status
10/16/2025
Primary Sponsor
Michele Brooks
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AI Summary
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Requires the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services to submit a federal waiver request within 30 days to exclude sugar-sweetened beverages, candy, and prepared desserts from SNAP eligibility
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Exempts 100% fruit/vegetable juice without added sugars, milk and milk substitutes, infant formula, medical foods, meal replacement beverages, unflavored water, and beverages with only non-nutritive sweeteners from restrictions
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Mandates the department implement regulations within 60 days of federal waiver approval and notify legislative committee chairs upon submission and upon receiving approval or denial
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Requires the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to submit a report within 2 years of implementation evaluating Medicaid cost savings, public health impacts on obesity and diabetes rates, and administrative challenges affecting vendors and recipients
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Takes effect 30 days after enactment
Legislative Description
In public assistance, providing for healthier choices in SNAP waiver.
Last Action
Referred to Health & Human Services
10/16/2025