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Why Food Stamps Should Focus on Nutritious Choices Over Soda and Candy: A Call for Healthier Benefits

Why Food Stamps Should Focus on Nutritious Choices Over Soda and Candy: A Call for Healthier Benefits

Our current federal program that supports food assistance needs serious updates. The way it works now, it can harm the ... Read more

Idaho Lawmakers Take Bold Step Against Junk Food Epidemic: Proposed Ban on Candy and Soda in Food Stamp Program

Idaho Lawmakers Take Bold Step Against Junk Food Epidemic: Proposed Ban on Candy and Soda in Food Stamp Program

In Boise, Idaho, thousands of residents rely on food stamps to buy groceries. However, changes may come that could limit ... Read more

Tennessee Deputy Speaker Pushes Legislation to Limit SNAP Benefits for Junk Food: What It Means for Families

Tennessee Deputy Speaker Pushes Legislation to Limit SNAP Benefits for Junk Food: What It Means for Families

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) – Jason Zachary, a representative from Knoxville, has introduced a new bill to ban junk food purchases ... Read more

States Crack Down on Junk Food Purchases with SNAP Benefits: What You Need to Know

States Crack Down on Junk Food Purchases with SNAP Benefits: What You Need to Know

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) plays a vital role in keeping millions of Americans from going hungry. However, there ... Read more

Why Food Deserts Challenge RFK Jr.’s Vision for Healthier Food Stamp Options

Why Food Deserts Challenge RFK Jr.’s Vision for Healthier Food Stamp Options

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the new U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services, wants to change what people can buy ... Read more

New Kansas Bill Proposes Ban on Using Food Stamps for Candy and Soda: What You Need to Know

New Kansas Bill Proposes Ban on Using Food Stamps for Candy and Soda: What You Need to Know

In Kansas, a new bill aims to stop the use of food stamps for buying soda and candy. However, it’s ... Read more