Congress expands frozen food access for low-income families year-round
H.R. 1782 — SHOPP Act of 2025 · Filed by Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) · 18 cosponsors · Introduced Mar 3, 2025 · Referred to committee
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What it does
This bill amends the Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program to expand year-round access to nutrition incentives by allowing fresh frozen fruits, vegetables, and legumes to qualify for the program, not just fresh produce. Families using SNAP benefits and similar programs gain access to a broader range of affordable healthy foods throughout the year, particularly during seasons when fresh produce is scarce or expensive.
Why we flagged it
The bill's sole operative function is to broaden the definition of eligible foods under an existing federal nutrition incentive program, making frozen and legume options available alongside fresh produce to low-income families.
What the text implies
- Frozen produce suppliers and legume producers may see increased demand from SNAP-participating retailers, creating indirect market stimulus in agricultural processing and distribution sectors.
- Year-round availability may reduce seasonal price volatility for participating retailers and improve inventory planning predictability.
The full analysis lists 3 implications of this text.
Who stands to gain
frozen fruit and vegetable processors; legume producers and distributors; retail grocers participating in SNAP incentive programs