Federal Register #FNS-2026-0595

USDA FNA Extends Comment Period for Proposed SNAP Administrative Cost Sharing Rule

This notice from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA) extends the public comment period for a proposed rule affecting SNAP administrative cost sharing. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA) - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned; this is a regulatory notice, not a procurement opportunity. - Products/Services Requested: - No goods or services are requested; the notice pertains to regulatory changes. - Notable Requirements: - Proposed rule would reduce the federal share of SNAP State administrative costs from 50% to 25% starting in fiscal year 2027. - Regulatory changes referenced: Parts 272, 274, and 277 of Title 7. - Extension allows more time for public review and comment. - No contract, purchase, or solicitation for products/services is included.

Description

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA) is extending the public comment period on the proposed rule regarding changes in federal-state administrative cost sharing for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The proposed rule would amend SNAP regulations to reduce the Federal Government's share of annual SNAP State administrative costs from 50 percent to 25 percent, effective beginning in fiscal year 2027. The extension provides additional time for the public to review the proposed rule and submit comments before the new deadline of September 8, 2026.

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