Democrats Clash Over SNAP Amendment Allowing Hot Rotisserie Chicken Purchases
A bipartisan amendment to the 2026 Farm Bill, known as the Healthy Obtainable Tasty Rotisserie Chicken Act, has sparked a debate among Democrats. The amendment, introduced by Republican Representative Rick Crawford, aims to allow Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients to purchase hot rotisserie chicken. Currently, SNAP guidelines exclude hot prepared foods, leading to inefficiencies and additional costs for retailers who must cool freshly cooked chickens for SNAP customers. The amendment passed the House with a 384-35 vote, but has caused a rift among Democrats. Minnesota's Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan criticized fellow Democrats who opposed the measure, including Representative Angie Craig, who is running against Flanagan in a Democratic primary. The debate highlights differing views on food policy within the party. 
