The lawsuit, while filed by just five states, attempts to stop SNAP restrictions similar to those expected to take effect in Texas.

In 2026, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will undergo significant changes due to new federal and state policies. These updates aim to redefine food assistance distribution and ...

Five people have sued the USDA over restrictions put in place that ban them from buying sugary drinks, candy or prepared desserts with food stamps.

Five plaintiffs sued the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) in federal court in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday, seeking to ...

Texas is set to tighten SNAP rules on April 1, limiting purchases to healthier options, sparking debate on food access for low-income families amid rising grocery costs.

Starting April 1, Texas SNAP recipients will no longer be able to use their Lone Star Cards to purchase candy, sweetened ...

HOUSTON — Texas SNAP recipients will no longer be able to use their Lone Star Cards to buy candy or sweetened drinks ...

As inflation and tariffs raise the price of so many items, many Americans are turning toward the Supplemental Nutrition ...

Beginning April 1, SNAP recipients in Texas will no longer be able to buy candies or sweetened drinks using their benefits. Products containing delta-8 THC are displayed next to the snacks and candies ...

Kansas food stamp recipients will no longer be able to buy candy and soda starting in February 2027, following USDA approval ...

Texas will ban SNAP purchases of candy, gum, and sweetened drinks starting April 1, becoming the first state to implement such restrictions.