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MI SB0227
MI SB0227Human services: food assistance; purchase of certain beverages with supplemental nutrition assistance program (SNAP) benefits; prohibit. Amends 1939 PA 280 (MCL 400.1 - 400.119b) by adding sec. 109s.
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Introduced
04/17/2025
04/17/2025
In Committee
04/17/2025
04/17/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
103rd Legislature
Bill Summary
A bill to amend 1939 PA 280, entitled"The social welfare act,"(MCL 400.1 to 400.119b) by adding section 109s.
AI Summary
This bill seeks to modify food assistance regulations by requesting a waiver from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to exclude soda from eligible food items under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, commonly known as food stamps). If the USDA grants the waiver, the department would prohibit purchasing soda with SNAP benefits. The bill defines "soda" as any non-alcoholic beverage containing natural or artificial sweeteners, with specific exceptions for beverages that include milk or milk substitutes, or contain more than 50% vegetable or fruit juice by volume. If the initial waiver request is denied, the department is required to submit annual waiver requests until approval is granted. This proposed legislation aims to restrict the use of government-provided nutrition assistance for purchasing sugary beverages, potentially as a public health measure to encourage healthier food choices among SNAP recipients.
Committee Categories
Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Referred To Committee On Housing And Human Services (on 04/17/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-SB-0227 |
| BillText | https://legislature.mi.gov/documents/2025-2026/billintroduced/Senate/htm/2025-SIB-0227.htm |
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