USDA Updates Privacy Rules for Food Stamp Database
Published Date: 6/23/2025
Notice
Summary
The USDA is setting up a new database to keep SNAP info safe and accurate. This helps make sure only the right people get benefits and keeps the program honest. If you’re part of SNAP, this change means better protection and checks, with no extra cost or delays announced.
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
New SNAP National Information Database
The USDA proposes a new system of records called USDA/FNS-15, the "National Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Information Database," owned and secured by the Food and Nutrition Service. The system is intended to validate the accuracy of SNAP eligibility determinations and strengthen SNAP and other government program integrity. The notice does not announce any extra costs or delays for SNAP participants.
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