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Montana SNAP Demonstration Project – Public Comment Request on Food Restriction Changes

This opportunity involves a public comment request from the Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA), part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, regarding Montana's proposed SNAP demonstration project. - Government Buyer: - Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA), U.S. Department of Agriculture - Project Overview: - State of Montana proposes changes to SNAP food eligibility - Excludes high-sugar beverages, energy drinks, candy, and prepared desserts from SNAP purchases - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or vendors are specified; this is a policy demonstration, not a procurement - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured - Unique Requirements: - Focus is on public input for policy changes - Intended to test impact on program efficiency and nutrition outcomes - Additional Information: - All project documents are available on the FNA website - FNA will review public comments and determine next steps

Description

This notice invites the public to comment on the State of Montana's 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 high-sugar beverages, energy drinks, candy, and prepared desserts. The State formally requested to conduct this project on or about March 31, 2026, with an implementation date of September 30, 2026. The Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA) will review comments and take appropriate action as necessary.

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