NGA Statement on Farm Bill Proposals

May 2, 2024

Washington D.C. - The National Grocers Association (NGA), the national trade association representing the independent supermarket industry, issued the following statement from NGA vice president of government relations Stephanie Johnson regarding congressional proposals for the Farm Bill:

"NGA is pleased to see movement on a Farm Bill from both sides of the Capitol. Independent grocers are a critical partner in the SNAP program, ensuring access to a variety of foods to meet families where they are. We are thankful the Senate proposal protects retailers from burdensome fees on EBT transactions and an increase in funding and flexibility in GusNIP. We look forward to seeing more details on the House proposal."

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