By the end of the year, 18 states will limit the purchase of "non-nutritious" food and drinks. What that means is up to the ...

At least 18 states will implement changes to the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program in the new year. Five of ...

Iowa is joining other states in the nation in changing what can be bought using SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance ...

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

A fast-food craving meets federal rules, state programs, and strict eligibility—leaving many shoppers surprised by where ...

Starting January 1, food-stamp recipients in five U.S. states will face restrictions on using the benefits to buy some sugary ...

Several states will begin restricting the types of food and drink that can be purchased with Supplemental Nutrition ...

Starting in 2026, Florida SNAP recipients will no longer be able to use federal assistance for certain "non-nutritious items ...

The SNAP Food Restriction Waiver allows states to limit the purchase of certain foods and beverages with SNAP benefits.

Gov. Mike Braun first announced these planned changes alongside Robert F. Kennedy Jr. earlier in 2025. The new SNAP rules ...

State and federal changes to food benefits through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program are expected to start affecting Idahoans this year.