Louisiana has approved restrictions on SNAP benefits, prohibiting recipients from purchasing soft drinks, energy drinks and ...
Louisiana is the state most burdened by the constant rise in grocery costs, with the average cost of groceries being about 13 ...
Hawaii, Missouri, North Dakota, South Dakota, Virginia and Tennessee are joining 12 other states in adding waivers that will redefine what types of food can be purchased with SNAP dollars in 2026.
A total of 18 states will be banning junk food and/or drink purchases using SNAP benefits in 2026. These states are Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Louisiana, Missouri, ...
The National Grocers Association (NGA), the trade association representing the independent supermarket industry, has issued a ...
Benefit amounts are rising nationwide, but new purchasing limits at the state level are reshaping how households will use ...
Under the newly approved waivers, specific categories of food will no longer be eligible for purchase with SNAP.
Including the latest waivers, 18 states have now received clearance from the USDA to exclude food and beverage products from ...
Including the latest waivers, 18 states have now received clearance from the USDA to exclude food and beverage products from being purchased via SNAP due to health concerns. The other states with ...
There are a range of issues facing Louisiana residents as 2025 draws to a close, from skyrocketing insurance costs, stronger ...
Including the latest waivers, 18 states have now received clearance from the USDA to exclude food and beverage products from being purchased via SNAP due to health concerns. The other states with ...