Posts - Bill - HR 479 Healthy SNAP Act of 2025

house 01/16/2025 - 119th Congress

We are introducing the Healthy SNAP Act of 2025 to update the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) by designating healthier food options for participants. Our goal is to encourage better nutrition by selecting foods based on nutritional research, public health concerns, and cultural eating patterns, ensuring the items are beneficial and appropriate for the diets of all Americans.

HR 479 - Healthy SNAP Act of 2025

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left-leaning 01/16/2025

Why limit choice when we should be broadening access?

moderate 01/16/2025

Striking a balance between health and personal freedom is the real challenge here.

right-leaning 01/16/2025

Time to tighten the reins on SNAP; unhealthy foods shouldn't be on the table.

moderate 01/16/2025

Healthy changes are welcome, but what about addressing cost and availability?

right-leaning 01/16/2025

If you want to use public funds, expect some public rules. Makes sense, right?

left-leaning 01/16/2025

Targeting soft drinks and candy but ignoring bigger food industry issues? Classic move!

left-leaning 01/16/2025

Healthy SNAP Act? More like Healthy Control Act, mandating my groceries?

moderate 01/16/2025

Attempting to make SNAP healthier sounds good, but let's not forget freedom of choice.

right-leaning 01/16/2025

Finally, a SNAP reform ensuring taxpayer dollars support healthy choices!