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2 more states look to ban junk food from SNAP benefits

Junk food banned from SNAP benefits in 6 more states, a win for MAHA advocates
Six more states received waivers this week from the Trump administration to ban soda and candy purchases from public food assistance programs.
Maine residents face food insecurity after SNAP benefits stolen
According to DHHS, 300 Maine households have been affected, resulting in $76,000 in lost benefits. John, a lifelong Scarborough resident who relies on food stamps due to a disability, discovered his benefits were stolen when his card was declined.
Two more states look to ban junk food from SNAP benefits
Waivers have already been approved in a dozen states ban unhealthy foods from being bought using SNAP benefits.
This is the Updated List of Foods You CANNOT Buy with SNAP
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is a lifeline for many low-income families in the U.S., providing access to essential foods. However, it's crucial to know which items are not eligible for purchase with SNAP benefits.
SNAP Isn’t Paying for Soda Anymore: Junk Food Restrictions Hit Six More States
This fall, you might notice fewer sugary snacks on SNAP cards in some states—and that’s no accident. The USDA has approved new waivers granting six more states the power to restrict purchases using SNAP benefits.
SNAP Restrictions: New State Exemptions Limit Junk Food Purchases
Recent changes in the SNAP program have led to new restrictions in six states, affecting millions of beneficiaries. These changes aim to promote healthier eating habits by limiting the purchase of certain processed foods and beverages.

Changes to SNAP could impact Virginians across the Commonwealth, even if you don't receive benefits

The changes include expanding age requirements and shifting portions of federal funding to instead be the responsibility of states.

ND SNAP recipient addresses Big Beautiful Bill cuts

The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities estimates over 5 million Americans will lose food assistance due to new work ...

SNAP benefits changing for Florida in 2026: Here's what recipients won't be able to purchase

SNAP CHANGES  Starting in 2026, certain items will not be available to purchase for recipients of the program. Here's what ...

Wright City man fraudulently obtains over $6K in SNAP benefits: Police

Jimmy Erwin, 49, of Wright City, Missouri, has been charged with fraudulently obtaining over $6,600 in SNAP benefits after ...

2.4 million could lose SNAP benefits under Trump plan, CBO analysis says

More than 2 million people are expected to lose food stamps after a law from Trump's agenda broadened work requirements, the ...
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Snap benefits at risk in Kern County

Millions could see food stamp cuts under new federal changes, and Kern County nonprofit Cap K urges residents to call 211 for ...

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 ...

Stolen SNAP benefits leaving Midlands families without many resources

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Stolen SNAP benefits are becoming an increasingly large problem in the Midlands. SNAP benefits, previously known as food stamps, are meant to help low-income families but are ...
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'You're Shaming Babies': Nikema Williams Disgraces The Trump Administration For Cutting SNAP Benefits During Fiery Remarks At Town Hall

During her remarks at a town hall today, Representative Nikema Williams disgraced President Trump over his reckless cuts to ...