# Federal Register #FNA20260305

Public Comment on Missouri SNAP Demonstration Project to Restrict Eligible Food Items

**Posted:** September 15, 2026
**Respond By:** October 15, 2026
**Identifier:** FNA20260305

This opportunity involves a public comment period for Missouri's proposed SNAP Demonstration Project, which seeks to restrict the types of food items eligible for purchase with SNAP benefits.
- Government Buyer:
  - Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA), U.S. Department of Agriculture
- Project Overview:
  - Missouri proposes to amend SNAP rules to exclude candy, prepared desserts, and certain unhealthy beverages from eligible food purchases
  - The project is a policy demonstration, not a procurement of goods or services
- Vendors/OEMs:
  - No specific vendors, OEMs, or commercial products are referenced, as this is a regulatory/policy initiative
- Notable Requirements:
  - Public input is requested on the proposed restrictions and their implementation
  - The project is significant for its focus on limiting SNAP-eligible food categories to promote healthier choices
- Additional Information:
  - Supporting documents and details are available on the FNA website
  - The FNA will review all public comments before making a decision

### Description

This notice invites the public to comment on the State of Missouri's demonstration project authorized under section 17(b) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008, 7 U.S.C. 2026(b). The project seeks to amend the SNAP definition of food for purchase to exclude candy, prepared desserts, and certain unhealthy beverages. The State formally requested to conduct this project on or about October 8, 2025, with a modified implementation date of February 15, 2027. The Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA) will review comments and take appropriate action as necessary.

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