Updated guidance on the use of non-merit personnel for SNAP administration activities is forthcoming. In the meantime, FNS encourages states to submit demonstration projects that help create efficiencies and programmatic improvements.
We are requesting states agencies provide notification of intent to close their FY 2025 SNAP-Ed grant and return unexpended grant funding. State agencies who do not wish to terminate their remaining FY 2025 SNAP-Ed funds must submit a state plan by Aug. 15, 2025, or no later than Aug. 31, 2025, if an extension is requested and approved. This should include an intent to expend funds by Sept. 30, 2026.
This webinar introduces and describes the purposes of the two USDA databases available for K-12 product manufacturers to publish their product data: Child Nutrition Database and the USDA Foods Database.
FNS is issuing this set of questions and answers to clarify questions concerning the provisions of the Dec. 17, 2024, final rule, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: Program Purpose and Work Requirement Provisions of the Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2023. FNS expects these questions and answers will assist SNAP state agencies in implementing and complying with SNAP policy, especially able-bodied adults without dependents time limit policy.
We are clarifying student eligibility policy to help state agencies screen and certify eligible students and support work readiness for SNAP.
Third set of questions and answers addressing the National Accuracy Clearinghouse (NAC).
This memorandum covers questions related to provisions in the rule, system implementation, and system rollout.
This webinar provides a general overview of the SNAP Longitudinal Data Project (SNAP-LDP).
These questions and answers provide more information about the USDA Foods Database for states/school districts.
This webinar provided state agencies and school districts instructions on how to navigate the USDA Foods Database to access vendor-specific product information, including nutrients, allergens, ingredients and certifications.