The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is proposing a rule to improve how families shop for their WIC foods. Currently, WIC families must shop for their food benefits at a WIC-authorized store, and payments must be made in person. The proposed rule aims to improve the WIC shopping experience by removing barriers to online shopping and modernizing food delivery.
What changes to shopping for WIC foods would we see?
When can families start shopping for their WIC foods online?
Being able to shop for WIC foods online would not happen immediately. The commenting period for USDA’s proposed WIC online shopping rule is open until May 24, 2023. The USDA will review all comments before making a final ruling.
A message to WIC participants & community partners
Comment on USDA’s proposed WIC online ordering and transactions rule to show your support for these changes.
The commenting period is now open through May 24, 2023.
