In Illinois, the problem is more pronounced. In 2000, 6.8% of Illinoisans were on SNAP. Today, 15.1% of Illinoisans are on ...

A Trump-backed push to ban sugary snacks from SNAP is gaining steam in multiple states. But critics argue it’s a half-baked solution that punishes the poor instead of addressing the root causes of ...

Kennedy Jr., taking the first step to prohibit people from using their SNAP benefits to purchase candy and soda. Braun was ...

IDAHO, USA — Idaho Governor Brad Little signed Idaho House Bill 109 last week, banning the purchase of soda and candy for Idahoans using Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP ...

The state of Indiana has a very narrow definition of candy, which is used in Gov. Mike Braun's executive order. That exempts some common confections.

Four states have said they will try to eliminate sugary products from food stamps programs, which may affect recipients of ...

At least two states are asking the federal government to prevent people on food stamps from buying soda and sugary candy.