Starting in 2026, 18 states will prohibit the use of SNAP benefits to buy soda, candy, and other junk food. See the full list of states and what this means for you.

New state laws taking effect in 2026 will impact Americans through higher minimum wages, tourism taxes and tighter SNAP ...

Indiana, Iowa, Nebraska, Utah, and West Virginia—discovered their SNAP cards no longer covered soda or candy. By December, 18 ...

A crucial development in SNAP benefits pertains to the expanded requirements for Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents, or ...

The original intent of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program was never to fund a lifetime of junk food.

The Republican megabill enacted in July will require most states to pay a share of SNAP food benefit costs — for many states, ...

Chicagoans who rely on SNAP may be hearing mixed messages about benefit disruptions and upcoming rule changes. Here’s what’s ...