This bill directs the federal Food and Nutrition Service to establish safety standards for online and delivery services used by SNAP (food stamp) recipients within 18 months of the law's enactment. The standards would cover two main areas: digital privacy and cybersecurity protections for SNAP participants using online or mobile platforms to purchase food, and delivery standards that ensure fair wages for delivery workers and keep food safe during transport. Retail stores and wholesale food companies that accept SNAP benefits through online platforms or delivery services would be required to comply with these new standards and submit reports to the federal government demonstrating compliance. Stores that fail to meet the standards could lose their authorization to accept SNAP benefits, though they may reapply once they demonstrate compliance. The bill affects grocery stores, online retailers, food delivery companies, and the millions of Americans who use SNAP benefits to purchase food.
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