Indiana Governor Launches Sweeping Public Health Reforms with Nine Executive Orders

Governor Mike Braun's 'Make Indiana Healthy Again' initiative introduces changes to SNAP benefits, school fitness programs, and public health policies aimed at improving nutrition and wellness.

• Governor Mike Braun signed nine executive orders under the 'Make Indiana Healthy Again' initiative to address public health challenges in Indiana.
• The initiative removes soda and candy from SNAP benefits to promote healthier dietary spending among low-income residents.
• New measures include the introduction of the 'Governor's Fitness Test' in schools to encourage physical activity and combat childhood obesity.
• Health officials Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Dr. Mehmet Oz endorsed the initiative, praising its focus on prevention and nutrition.
• Additional reforms include a study on artificial food dyes and revised SNAP eligibility requirements to incentivize employment.

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