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BillHR 8403 · 119

To amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to modify the definition of food.

Introduced
Apr 21, 2026
Cosponsors
26
Traction
0
Last Action
Apr 21, 2026

Bill Summary

Modifies the definition of food under the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008. Changes what items are considered food for programs like food stamps.

Sponsored By

Eric A. "Rick" Crawford
Republican · Arkansas · House

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 21, 2026
  3. Apr 21, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects low-income individuals and families who rely on food assistance programs, potentially changing what food items they can purchase with benefits. It also impacts food manufacturers and retailers who may need to adapt to the new definition of food.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
26backers
  • Democratic9
  • Republican17
Cross-party cosponsors9 · 36%

Documents

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Cosponsors (26)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicFood & Agriculture
CommitteeCommittee on Agriculture
IntroducedApr 21, 2026
Last UpdatedApr 21, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
Subjects
  • Food

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.