House votes to allow rotisserie chicken food stamps purchases
Summary
The House of Representatives passed a rule allowing people using food stamps to buy rotisserie chicken. The vote was mostly supported by members from both political parties as part of a larger farm bill.Key Facts
- The House voted 384-35 to permit rotisserie chicken purchases with food stamps.
- This change was made through an amendment to the farm bill.
- Food stamp benefits come from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
- Previously, SNAP funds could only be used to buy food that must be cooked at home.
- The vote received support from both Republicans and Democrats.
- The goal is to give more flexibility to food stamp users in choosing ready-to-eat meals.
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