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SNAP Junk Food Purchase Bans Expand to Four More States
Montana, North Dakota, South Carolina, and Virginia are the latest states to ban junk food purchases with SNAP benefits, joining several others. The restrictions primarily target soda, energy drinks, and candy, as part of a broader initiative to promote healthier eating.
Where it's breaking
Local coverage
Beverage purchases using SNAP benefits to change Nov. 1
Virginia SNAP Soda Restrictions Take Effect, Some Sugary Drinks Still Eligible
South Carolina to Ban SNAP Purchases of Sugary Drinks and Candy
SNAP junk-food purchase bans begin Nov. 1 in Montana, North Dakota, South Carolina, and Virginia
SNAP junk-food purchase bans begin Nov. 1 in Montana, North Dakota, South Carolina, and Virginia
SNAP junk-food purchase bans begin Nov. 1 in Montana, North Dakota, South Carolina, and Virginia
SNAP junk-food purchase bans begin Nov. 1 in Montana, North Dakota, South Carolina, and Virginia
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