Starting in 2026, 18 states will prohibit the use of SNAP benefits to buy soda, candy, and other junk food. See the full list ...

Eighteen states will restrict what SNAP users can buy with their benefits in 2026, including soda, candy, and energy drinks.

The original intent of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program was never to fund a lifetime of junk food.

A crucial development in SNAP benefits pertains to the expanded requirements for Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents, or ...

New SNAP rules taking effect in five states ban purchases of candy and sugary drinks, with Texas set to join April 1 by ...

Nevada is working on waivers to SNAP benefit rules to dump sugary drinks, energy drinks and candy that’s 100% sugar. It’s all ...

New rules taking effect Thursday limit the foods SNAP recipients can buy in five states, including soda and candy. The ...

New state laws taking effect in 2026 will impact Americans through higher minimum wages, tourism taxes and tighter SNAP ...

New SNAP restrictions in 2026 ban soda, candy in 5 states. Critics call it confusing, stigmatizing, and ineffective at ...

Beginning Feb. 18, SNAP benefits in Louisiana can no longer be used to buy candy, soft drinks or energy drinks. State leaders ...

With food prices still high, some SNAP recipients worry the changes could strain already-tight budgets. However, dietitians ...