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Court Blocks SNAP Restrictions in Five States | Birmingham News
A federal court just dealt a major blow to the government’s push to restrict SNAP benefits, blocking new soda and candy bans in five states — Colorado, Iowa, Nebraska, Tennessee, and West Virginia — ruling that USDA overstepped its authority. While the move aims to steer recipients toward healthier food choices, critics say it undermines public transparency and state autonomy. Despite this legal setback, momentum continues: South Carolina rolls out its restrictions August 31, while North Dakota and Montana follow in September. Nearly two dozen states have already applied for these waivers —…
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