SR 83 New Jersey Senate · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Calls upon federal government to permit use of SNAP and WIC benefits to pay for diaper purchases.

This Senate resolution asks the federal government to allow families to use SNAP and WIC benefits to buy diapers. It directly affects low-income parents and caregivers who currently cannot use these nutrition assistance programs for diaper purchases. The bill highlights that diaper costs create financial strain, with some families delaying changes or reusing diapers due to lack of funds. If adopted, this change would require federal policy updates to expand eligible purchases under existing assistance programs.
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Introduced Mar 5, 2026 Last action Mar 5, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee
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