Delaware · 153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) · Concurrent Resolution
SCR 105: URGING GOVERNOR MEYER TO SUBMIT A WAIVER REQUEST TO THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE TO PROHIBIT THE USE OF SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (SNAP) BENEFITS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CANDY AND SODA IN ORDER TO ADVANCE NUTRITIONAL GOALS AND IMPROVE PUBLIC HEALTH OUTCOMES.
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Plain-language summary
SCR 105 is a concurrent resolution introduced in the Delaware Senate on June 17, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: URGING GOVERNOR MEYER TO SUBMIT A WAIVER REQUEST TO THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE TO PROHIBIT THE USE OF SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (SNAP) BENEFITS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CANDY AND SODA IN ORDER TO ADVANCE NUTRITIONAL GOALS AND IMPROVE PUBLIC HEALTH OUTCOMES. Primary sponsor: Eric Buckson (Republican), Mike Smith (Republican). It lists 4 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (June 17, 2025): Defeated By Senate. Votes: 5 YES 14 NO 1 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
This resolution urges Governor Meyer to submit a waiver request to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) seeking to prohibit the use of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for the purchase of candy and sugar-sweetened beverages. The resolution aligns with similar efforts in other states to promote healthier food choices among SNAP recipients and to ensure that taxpayer-funded nutrition programs support the health and well-being of low-income individuals and families. By eliminating “junk foods” from the list of eligible purchases, Delaware can take a meaningful step toward reducing diet-related chronic illnesses and strengthening the nutritional integrity of the SNAP program.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Republican 5
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eric Buckson | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 16 |
| Mike Smith | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 22 |
| Stephanie Bolden | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 2 |
| Dave Lawson | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 15 |
| Brian Pettyjohn | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 19 |
| Dave Wilson | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 18 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Defeated By Senate. Votes: 5 YES 14 NO 1 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT
- Introduced in Senate