SNAP restrictions on soda, candy, and more are coming in 2026 and beyond — here's what's changing by state

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

Ohio to ban using SNAP benefits to buy soda, sugary drinks

Ohioans won't be allowed to use SNAP benefits to buy pop or other sugary carbonated drinks, the DeWine administration ...
AOL

The Case Against Using SNAP to Subsidize Soda

On May 19th, Nebraska was granted the first waiver allowing a state to prohibit purchases of soda and energy drinks through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) or food stamps. A few ...
Altoona Mirror

States struggle to implement SNAP junk food ban

The head of the Department of Human Services says there are logistical problems with proposals to ban the use of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits for junk food. Research has ...
Click2Houston

New SNAP purchase restrictions begin April 1 in Texas: What you won’t be able to buy

Millions of Texans who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will see new restrictions on what they ...
Townhall

We’re Using SNAP Dollars to Buy Junk Food, and It’s Fueling America’s Chronic Disease Crisis

Editor's note: This piece was co-authored by Dr. Terri DeNeui. As mothers and professionals who work in wellness, we are celebrating a major step forward for the health of Americans who receive food ...

Texas SNAP recipients face new restrictions on soda and candy starting April 1

Beginning April 1, SNAP recipients in Texas will no longer be able to buy candies or sweetened drinks using their benefits. Products containing delta-8 THC are displayed next to the snacks and candies ...

Nearly 400,000 Arizonans not using SNAP benefits anymore

About 380,000 Arizona families are reportedly no longer receiving SNAP benefits. The Federal Reserve is reportedly challenging two subpoenas at the heart of US Attorney Jeanine Pirro’s criminal ...