USDA Expands SNAP Restrictions on Non-Nutritious Purchases
February 16 – March 5, 2026

Following federal guidance, four additional states have received waivers to restrict the use of SNAP benefits for items like soda and candy. This move marks a continued national shift toward tightening nutritional standards for government food assistance programs.
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