New Year, New Rules: How the SNAP soda candy ban is reshaping grocery carts in five states
Table of contents 1 — Quick summary Starting January 1, 2026, several states began restricting the use of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits to buy sugary drinks and candy.This movement, called in-state “food-choice” waivers, is already generating operational headaches and political debate. 2 — What changed on January 1, 2026 State-level waivers approved by … Read more