6 more states ban using SNAP for soda and candy as list grows to 18

SNAP food-choice waivers, or SNAP Food Restriction waivers, allow states to restrict beneficiaries from using benefits to ...

Six more states sign pledge to ban use of SNAP payments on junk food

Six more states signed a pledge to ban Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program payments from being used on sugary foods or drinks. Hawaii, Missouri, North Dakota, South Carolina, Virginia, and ...

18 states will limit junk food from SNAP benefits next year

(Gray News) - The U.S. Department of Agriculture has approved waivers for 18 states that ban the use of SNAP benefits to buy ...
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SNAP is now a key part of Democrats’ campaign messaging

Republicans expanded SNAP work requirements, tightened eligibility, and shifted more administrative costs to the states.

Here’s which Tennessee county has the highest percentage of households using SNAP. See where your county ranks

Amid the continued changes with SNAP benefits, WSMV4 Investigates took a look at Census data to see where in the state people rely on SNAP benefits the most.
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Indiana to ban buying sugary drinks, candy with SNAP benefits starting Jan. 1

Changes are coming to how Indiana residents can use their SNAP benefits starting in the new year.Starting Jan. 1, those who ...
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How many people in Missouri use SNAP benefits? What to know about the program's future.

Thousands of low-income families across Missouri who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, could see a delay in their benefits. SNAP, also known as food stamps, is a federal ...

AG Mayes warns SNAP sugar bans would hurt low-income families, vows to fight federal data demands

Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes said Thursday that proposals to bar people from using SNAP benefits to buy sugary foods ...