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USDA Approves Junk Food Bans in Six More States as SNAP Waivers Expand to 12

USDA approved six new SNAP waivers to prohibit purchases of soda, candy, certain unhealthy snacks in 12 states starting in 2026.

Nebraska Becomes First State to Ban Soda and Energy Drinks from SNAP