Bill > H4810

This bill proposes to add a new section to South Carolina law that restricts how state agencies, departments, and institutions can spend funds appropriated or authorized by the General Assembly when purchasing food and drink products. Specifically, the bill mandates that such purchases can only be made for items that are eligible for purchase using Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, which is a federal nutrition assistance program that helps low-income individuals and families buy food. This means state entities would be prohibited from using state funds to buy food or beverages that do not meet SNAP eligibility criteria, which typically excludes items like prepared hot foods, alcoholic beverages, and non-food items. The bill would take effect immediately upon receiving the Governor's approval, potentially limiting the current purchasing discretion of state agencies in their food and beverage procurement.

Budget and Finance

https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=4810&session=126&summary=B