USDA Delays DOGE-Related Demand for Info on SNAP Enrollees

By Editorial Team

The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced a delay in its request for personal information on participants in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The department informed a federal court that it will postpone the demand until all procedural requirements are met and a notice is published in the federal register. This decision follows a declaration by the USDA, submitted to the US District Court for the District of Columbia. In response to this development, the plaintiffs in a lawsuit regarding the data collection withdrew their motion for a temporary restraining order to halt the collection. The USDA had initially issued a demand for information to state agencies, which raised concerns among SNAP enrollees and privacy advocates. The delay in the data collection process signifies a commitment by the USDA to ensure compliance with the Privacy Act requirements. The plaintiffs' decision to drop the motion for a temporary restraining order indicates a temporary resolution to the legal dispute surrounding the collection of personal data from SNAP participants. The USDA's declaration provides reassurance that the department is taking steps to address privacy concerns and legal procedures before proceeding with the data collection. For more information on this legal matter and other legal news, visit Bloomberg Law for comprehensive coverage and analysis. Copyright © 2025 Bloomberg Industry Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.