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SNAP Junk Food Bans Spark Legal Battle | Washington DC News
South Carolina and North Dakota are set to ban SNAP benefits from buying soda, candy, and energy drinks starting August 31 and September 1, joining a growing wave of states aiming to steer recipients toward healthier choices under the Make America Healthy Again initiative. While USDA waivers empower states to restrict unhealthy items, a federal judge recently halted similar bans in five other states, arguing they could undermine food access for vulnerable populations. With SNAP costing over $100 billion annually and serving millions, the debate pits public health goals against ensuring basic…
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