SNAP Restrictions on Junk Food

The USDA has approved a waiver for Tennessee to exclude candy and sugary drinks from purchases made with SNAP benefits, effective January 1. This decision is part of broader restrictions on junk food purchases with SNAP that will begin in five states, with additional states planning to implement similar measures by 2026. The Trump administration had previously approved similar restrictions in six more states, indicating a trend towards limiting SNAP purchases to healthier food options. These changes aim to encourage healthier eating habits among SNAP beneficiaries across the United States.