Farmers’ Market Expansion Act of 2025

# Farmers' Market Expansion Act of 2025 - Summary **What the bill would do:** This bill would expand the Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) by adding tree nuts—including shelled varieties like almonds, walnuts, and pecans—to the list of foods that seniors can purchase with program vouchers. Currently, the SFMNP allows low-income seniors to use coupons at farmers' markets and local farms to buy fresh produce, honey, and herbs. This change would broaden the nutritious foods available to them. **Who it affects:** The bill primarily affects low-income seniors who participate in the SFMNP, as well as farmers' markets and local agricultural vendors who accept the program's vouchers.

It could also benefit nut farmers by expanding their customer base through the program. **Current status:** The bill (S. 1145) was introduced by Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full Senate.