Arkansas and Indiana ask USDA to let them ban soda and candy from SNAP

Braun's ban on SNAP for soda got attention. But people could lose benefits altogether, too

Braun signed executive orders impacting SNAP benefits in Indiana as part of a "Make Indiana Healthy Again" initiative announced with RFK Jr. and Dr. Oz.

USDA urges states to reinforce work requirements for SNAP recipients

While possible changes to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits are being considered, U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins reiterated to state agencies that individuals receiving government benefits to offset food costs need to work if they are able.Most individuals and families are already subject to some form of work requirements to be eligible for SNAP. Rollins said the memorandum requires states to make clear …

Alabama lawmakers proposing a bill banning people from buying soda with SNAP benefits

ALABAMA (WDHN) - The Alabama house filed a bill pushing to ban people from buying soda using SNAP benefits. Representative Mack Butler is sponsoring the bill. The measures of the legislation include requiring the Department of Human Resources to request a waiver from the federal government to exclude soda from SNAP until the waiver is approved. The department is required to complete the waiver process every year. Once the federal government acce…

USDA to fast-track state bans on using SNAP for candy, soda

Several Republican-controlled states aim to prohibit Americans from purchasing candy and soda with food stamps. Idaho was the first state to sign the ban into law. The USDA head said Trump will fast-track approval of plans under the "Make American Healthy Again" initiative. Critics said the bans will not have the desired effect. Full Story As the Trump administration aims to “Make America Healthy Again,” the U.S. Department of Agriculture is exp…

Arkansas, Indiana push to ban candy, soda from SNAP program

Republican governors in Arkansas and Indiana are asking the federal government for permission to ban soda and candy purchases with food stamps.

US to ban soda and candy in two major states? Here's what we know

Republican governors in Arkansas and Indiana moved Tuesday to ban soft drinks and candy from the program that helps low-income people pay for groceries.