Arguments Used in Public Comments to Support or Oppose the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Minimum Stocking Requirements: A Content Analysis

Published: February 2018

ID #: CAS040

Journal: J Acad Nutr Diet

Authors: Haynes-Maslow L, Andress L, Pitts SJ, Osborne I, Baquero B, Bailey-Davis L et al.

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This content analysis examines the arguments used to support or oppose the USDA’s proposed rule that all SNAP-authorized retailers carry more nutritious foods. A random sample of public comments posted to the U.S. Federal Register was analyzed. Three main themes were discussed throughout the comments: 1) arguments used in opposition to the rule; 2) arguments used in support of the rule; and 3) facilitators to assist the stores in implementing the rule. This study’s findings could help guide rule implementation by understanding the viewpoints of stakeholder’s that would be impacted by the policy change.

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Keywords: Corner store, Food outlet, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

Focus Areas: Food Access, Food Retail, Nutrition Policy & Programs

Resource Type: Journal Article

State: National

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