No further action on legislation as Congress prepares for its August recess.

Legislators are working on SNAP and other reforms.

Approval did not imply a change in the agency's assertion that approved bioengineered products are safe.

Rejection of the bill seemed to scuttle negotiations for a common bill with the Senate.

Members opposed to proposed cuts to SNAP program.

Spending on SNAP benefits a point of disagreement.

Legislation is similar to the bill passed in 2012

Legislators hope to present a final version to the president before the August recess.

Ag committees reject president’s proposal on foreign food aid.

The Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry passed the bill last week.