# Federal Register #FNA-2026-0314

Public Comment Notice: Virginia SNAP Demonstration Project Excluding Sweetened Beverages

**Posted:** September 15, 2026
**Respond By:** October 15, 2026
**Identifier:** FNA-2026-0314

This opportunity is a public comment notice regarding Virginia's SNAP Demonstration Project:
- Government Buyer:
  - Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA), U.S. Department of Agriculture
- Project Overview:
  - Virginia proposes to amend SNAP rules to exclude sweetened beverages from eligible purchases
  - FNA is seeking public input on this policy demonstration
- OEMs and Vendors:
  - No OEMs or vendors are involved; this is a policy initiative, not a procurement
- Products/Services Requested:
  - No products or services are being procured
- Unique/Notable Requirements:
  - Public comments are requested to inform potential changes to SNAP eligibility
  - FNA will review Virginia's evaluation data and public feedback before taking further action
- No product or service line items, quantities, or technical specifications are included

### Description

This notice invites the public to comment on the State of Virginia'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 sweetened beverages. The Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA) will review the results based on the State's evaluation data and take appropriate action as necessary in response to comments. Comments must be received by October 15, 2026.

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