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SNAP Food Purchase Restrictions to Begin in Multiple States in 2024

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SNAP Food Purchase Restrictions to Begin in Multiple States in 2024
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Starting January 1, five states (Indiana, Iowa, Nebraska, Utah, and West Virginia) will implement new restrictions on purchasing soda, candy, and certain foods with SNAP benefits, aiming to promote healthier eating and reduce chronic diseases, though experts warn of implementation challenges and limited evidence of effectiveness.

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  1. Bans on using SNAP funds for soda, candy and other foods take effect in some states Jan. 1  PBS
  2. SNAP junk-food purchase restrictions take effect Jan. 1 in five states, others to follow in 2026 — see where  LiveNOW from FOX
  3. SNAP food restrictions take effect Jan. 1 across Iowa  KCCI
  4. Snap bans on candy, soda to start in five US states, limiting food-aid purchases  BBC
  5. 'Confusing' new food restrictions come to Iowa's SNAP program in 2026  The Des Moines Register

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