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Nebraska bans soda and energy drinks from SNAP. See how this change affects recipients and what it could mean for other ...
USDA approves Nebraska's waiver to exclude soda and energy drinks from purchase with food stamps, sparking debate on ...
This story was originally published by Stateline. People in Marsha Keene’s community are already struggling to cover the basics. Most of the clients Keene ...
The Texas Legislature deserves credit for stepping up and saying enough is enough. The passage of Senate Bill 379 prohibits ...
“SNAP is about helping families in need get healthy food into their diets ... problems such as obesity. Nebraska is the first state to receive a federal waiver to ban the purchase of soda ...
Local nonprofit leaders and advocates say potential cuts to SNAP would lead to more people turning to Omaha area food ...
Buoyed by the Trump administration's willingness to place restrictions on food assistance programs, Texas moves to limit junk ...
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — Food insecurity is a growing challenge for thousands of families across Nebraska, especially now that school is out. And the proposed cuts to the federal Supplemental Nutrition ...
“SNAP is not just a safety net—it is the frontline defense against hunger in our communities. Food banks and their networks ...
Indiana will ban SNAP use for soft drinks and candy, and Iowa will block the purchase of sweetened beverages, snacks, and ...
The decision marks a historic departure in SNAP administration, being the first waiver of its kind approved by the USDA.