Health & Fitness
Soda Purchases Using SNAP Cards Banned In Some States As USDA Issues Waivers To Each State One By One
New York has not received a waiver .Florida waiver was approved-No soft drinks, energy drinks, candy, or prepared desserts starting 2026
Colorado – No more soft drinks starting January 1, 2026
Idaho – No soft drinks or candy starting January 1, 2026
Indiana – No soft drinks or candy starting January 1, 2026
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Iowa – No taxable junk food starting January 1, 2026
Nebraska – No soft drinks or energy drinks starting January 1, 2026
Utah &Oklahoma – No soft drinks or candy starting January 1, 2026
West Virginia – No soft drinks starting January 1, 2026
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Louisiana – No soft drinks, energy drinks, or candy starting January 15, 2026
Texas has a waiver taking effect April 1, 2026, that prohibits purchasing candy or drinks with artificial sweeteners or 5+ grams of added sugar.
JACKSON, Miss. - Sugary foods and drinks may not be covered under SNAP benefits in Mississippi much longer.
