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OHH SNAP Act of 2026
4/14/2026, 8:05 AM
Summary of Bill HR 8246
H.R. 8246, introduced in the 119th Congress on April 9, 2026, aims to enable specific students, particularly those with a student aid index of zero or lower, to be eligible for benefits under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program as per the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008.
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Current Status of Bill HR 8246
Bill HR 8246 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 9, 2026. Bill HR 8246 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on April 9, 2026. Bill HR 8246's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture. as of April 9, 2026
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8246
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
34Democrat Cosponsors
34Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8246
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8246
To allow certain students certain students, including those who have a student aid index equal to or less than zero, to qualify for supplemental nutrition assistance program benefits under the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008.
To allow certain students certain students, including those who have a student aid index equal to or less than zero, to qualify for supplemental nutrition assistance program benefits under the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008.
Comments

Carmelo Cummings
41,622
5 days ago
I think this bill is good because it helps students who need it. It gives them food assistance if they have a low student aid index. This can help them focus on their studies and not worry about being hungry. I support this bill because it can make a difference for those who are struggling.

Coraline Buckley
42,513
6 days ago
I fully support this bill. It will help struggling students access the nutrition they need to succeed. #HR8246
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 8246
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