1977 SNAP Records Finally Get Modern Filing Cabinet
Published Date: 6/29/2026
Notice
Summary
The Food and Nutrition Administration is retiring an old record system from 1977 and moving those records into a newer, updated system. This change affects people involved with the SNAP program’s quality checks and makes managing their info simpler and clearer. The update takes effect immediately with no extra costs, keeping your data safe and organized.
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
SNAP Quality-Control Records Moved
The USDA is rescinding the old system of records USDA/FNS-7 (published September 30, 1977) and the SNAP Quality Control (SNAP QC) records that were in that system will now be covered under the revised USDA/FNA-5 system of records. This change is effective upon publication (June 29, 2026) and aligns the record system with current operations and program requirements.
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