HR 8256 United States House · 119th Congress

Senior Hunger Prevention Act of 2026

The Senior Hunger Prevention Act of 2026 aims to reduce food insecurity among older adults and people with disabilities by modifying and expanding federal nutrition assistance programs. It streamlines the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) by extending certification periods to 36 months for these groups, creating simplified application processes, and establishing a standard medical expense deduction. The bill also expands eligibility for the Commodity Supplemental Food Program and the Seniors Farmers' Market Nutrition Program to include adults with disabilities, while increasing funding and benefits for these programs. Additionally, it establishes a pilot program for SNAP enrollment outreach, creates a new program to reimburse retail food stores for grocery delivery to eligible participants, and provides funding for farmers' market infrastructure and local produce procurement.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
President
Introduced Apr 14, 2026 Last action Apr 14, 2026