Opportunity
Federal Register #2026-22936
USDA proposal to limit TANF-based SNAP categorical eligibility
Buyer
U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Administration
Posted
November 10, 2026
Respond By
December 10, 2026
Identifier
2026-22936
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is proposing changes to SNAP categorical eligibility rules, not seeking goods or services. - Government agency: U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), through the Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA). - Proposed change: Limit TANF-based SNAP categorical eligibility to households receiving assistance as defined at 45 CFR 260.31. - Exclude non-cash or in-kind benefits and services from TANF-funded programs. - Other requirements: Make conforming regulatory amendments and request public comments on the proposal and alternative approaches. - Procurement details: No OEMs, vendors, products, services, quantities, or contract period are identified.
Description
The proposed rule would revise SNAP categorical eligibility rules under 7 CFR part 273. It would limit categorical eligibility based on TANF to households receiving TANF assistance as defined at 45 CFR 260.31, excluding non-cash or in-kind benefits and services from TANF-funded programs. The proposal also includes conforming amendments and requests public comment on the approach and related alternatives. Written comments are due December 10, 2026.