Earlier this year, we published updates to the stocking standards required for most retailers authorized to accept SNAP benefits. Starting on November 4, 2026, retailers must comply with these standards or risk losing their ability to accept SNAP.
Fiscal year 2025 SNAP application processing timeliness rates.
Fiscal year 2025 SNAP recertification processing timeliness rates.
The purpose of this study is to describe the foods and beverages purchased by SNAP households, by using the most current data available.
This dashboard was created to share information about Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program retailer participation during fiscal year 2025.
We are releasing this memorandum in response to questions received on SNAP administrative cost sharing. SNAP is working on regulatory changes that will codify final policy decisions on the implementation of Section 10106 of OBBB.
This fiscal year 2024 report is the latest in an annual series that provides information about the demographic and economic circumstances of SNAP households.
Secretary Brooke L. Rollins directed states to share their SNAP eligibility data with USDA, launching a historic and collaborative effort to root out fraud, waste, and abuse. The Department established the first ever SNAP Program Integrity Data Team to analyze the data provided by states and compare it to readily available federal databases. This report provides an overview of the team’s methodologies and findings.
We published updates to the stocking standards required for most retailers authorized to accept SNAP benefits. Starting on Nov. 4, 2026, all retailers other than specialty stores (e.g., butchers, farm stands) will be required to comply with these standards or risk losing your ability to redeem SNAP.