# 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.

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