# Federal Register #FNA20260312

Public comment requested on Texas SNAP Demonstration Project to amend eligible food definitions.

**Posted:** September 15, 2026
**Respond By:** October 15, 2026
**Identifier:** FNA20260312

This opportunity involves a public comment request from the Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA) of the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding the State of Texas' SNAP demonstration project.
- Government Buyer:
  - Food and Nutrition Administration, U.S. Department of Agriculture
  - State of Texas (implementing agency)
- Project Details:
  - Amends SNAP definition of eligible food purchases
  - Excludes sweetened drinks and candy from SNAP eligibility
  - Clarifies that naturally sweetened beverages and medical grade electrolyte drinks remain eligible
- No OEMs or vendors are involved, as this is a policy demonstration project
- Unique Requirements:
  - Focused on program policy changes, not procurement of goods or services
  - Public feedback is requested on implementation and operation
- Supporting documents available: initial request, modification request, and approval
- No product or service line items requested

### Description

This notice invites the public to comment on the State of Texas' demonstration project authorized under section 17(b) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008, 7 U.S.C. 2026(b). The project aims to amend the SNAP definition of food for purchase to exclude sweetened drinks and candy, with clarifications that naturally sweetened beverages and medical grade electrolyte drinks are eligible. The Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA) approved the initial project request and will review comments and take appropriate action. Public comments are requested by October 15, 2026.

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