Fetterman Continues Fight for Food Worker Rights in Reintroduction of SNAP Legislation

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Yesterday, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) reintroduced the Food and Nutrition Delivery Safety Act to require Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) authorized retailers to treat delivery drivers fairly, pay good wages, ensure SNAP groceries are delivered safely, and protect SNAP users' online data. He was joined by U.S. Senators Adam Schiff (D-CA), Michael Bennet (D-CO), and Ron Wyden (D-OR).

"SNAP is a lifeline for so many hard working families. We can protect the union way of life and food safety by introducing protections for workers," said Senator Fetterman. "I'm proud to reintroduce the Food and Nutrition Delivery Safety Act with my colleagues to help protect consumers from cyber criminals and ensure safe delivery for all Pennsylvanians."

The Food and Nutrition Delivery Safety Act would require the USDA Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) in collaboration with FDA, Food Safety and Inspection Service, and the Office of Science and Technology Policy, to establish standards for fair and safe working conditions for the drivers who deliver the food. Combined, these standards would:

• Ensure that eligible SNAP purchases through online retailers would protect consumers' digital privacy and cybersecurity
• Ensure SNAP eligible food is delivered through safe handling procedures by delivery drivers
• Prevent companies from undercutting labor standards for delivery drivers, including by requiring they pay prevailing wages

The House companion is led by U.S. Representatives Shomari Figures (D-AL) and John Mannion (D-NY).

The Food and Nutrition Delivery Safety Act is endorsed by the United Food and Commercial Workers International Union (UFCW). Together this includes 1.2 million members across several industries and 31,000 members in Pennsylvania.

"We are proud to endorse the Food and Nutrition Delivery Safety Act. This crucial legislation would ensure that delivery workers within the SNAP delivery program are fairly compensated and have the tools and training necessary to do their jobs. Delivery workers, whether in-store UFCW members or workers who are part of the gig economy, play a critical role in ensuring that the nearly 42 million monthly SNAP recipients have food on their tables. Failing to enact these guardrails and compensate them justly sends a dangerous message about how essential workers are valued in this country. We applaud Sen. Fetterman (D-PA) and Rep. Figures (D-AL) for their leadership on this issue," said UFCW International President Milton Jones.

Senator Fetterman has been a champion of both workers' rights and food assistance for families across the commonwealth. In the 119th Congress, he has introduced legislation like the Food Secure Strikers Act, School Lunch Debt Cancellation Act, Enhanced Cybersecurity for SNAP Act, and Fairness for Victims of SNAP Skimming Act. His work across the Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Committee demonstrates his support for the integrity and longevity of SNAP, ensuring the 2 million Pennsylvanians who benefit can continue doing so.

Read a one page summary of the bill here.
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