SNAP benefits don't pay for rotisserie chicken. A bipartisan bill might change that

A bipartisan group of U.S. senators is proposing legislation to allow government food assistance programs, specifically SNAP benefits, to cover the cost of rotisserie chicken from grocery stores. Currently, SNAP benefits do not permit the purchase of hot, prepared foods, which includes items like rotisserie chicken. This proposed change aims to expand food options for recipients, making it easier for them to access convenient and affordable meal solutions. The bill reflects a bipartisan effort to modify existing food assistance rules, potentially impacting how millions of Americans utilize their benefits.