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More states ban soda and ‘junk food’ purchases from SNAP benefits
Restrictions on benefits also vary by state, adding to the confusion for the food industry. Some states are only banning ...
SNAP changes coming to Florida: No more soda or candy. Here’s when it takes effect
Starting next year, Florida SNAP recipients and a dozen other states will be facing more restrictions on what they can ...
Texas bans candy, soda purchases using SNAP benefits. Here's when it goes into effect
Governor Abbott's request to restrict SNAP purchases has been approved. the new guidelines mean changes on what low-income ...
5PEP, KO : Mark Cuban 'Fully' Supports Trump-RFK
Billionaire investor endorses the Trump administration's Make America Healthy Again policy targeting the junk food market ...
Coloradans soon won’t be able to use SNAP benefits to purchase soda
The U.S. Department of Agriculture on Monday approved a waiver from Colorado seeking to exempt soda and sugary beverages from ...
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Louisiana to ban using SNAP for soda, candy as state embraces RFK Jr.'s 'MAHA' movement
Gov. Jeff Landry and Louisiana have embraced RFK Jr.'s "MAHA" movement. The state will soon ban the use of food stamps for ...
Texas bans soda and candy purchases with SNAP benefits beginning April 2026, Gov. Abbott says
Gov. Greg Abbott announces federal approval for new restrictions aimed at promoting healthier eating among low-income Texans.
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Louisiana implements SNAP restrictions on sugary foods
Starting in January, SNAP recipients will no longer be able to use their food stamp benefits to purchase soda, energy drinks ...