Which States Are Looking to Ban Soda, Snack Purchases for SNAP Recipients?

Wilmington nonprofit sees increase in food assistance applications

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — A Wilmington nonprofit that provides meals to families in need says it has seen a recent increase in requests for help. David Scott, chef and founder of 86 Hunger Now, said more people are reaching out as discussions continue in Washington over potential cuts to Medicaid and SNAP benefits. “It’s single moms, single dads, working families that are not making it,” Scott said. The organization supports individuals who do not…

Several states call for tighter restrictions on SNAP benefits

WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR)-- A growing number of states are calling on the federal government to tighten restrictions on what items can be purchased with food stamps, aiming to promote healthier eating habits among low-income Americans. Governors in Indiana, Arkansas and West Virginia are leading the charge, asking the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to restrict the use of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for items such …

Texas governor seeks to limit SNAP purchases to healthier food options

Governor Greg Abbott is advocating for restrictions on the types of foods that can be purchased with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits,

How Tim Ryan's crypto ties could hurt him with Democrats; bill seeks to ban SNAP purchases of soda, candy and desserts - Signal Cleveland

Tim Ryan’s second career as a lobbyist always seemed like it could pose a problem for him if he were to return to politics. That career indeed is now coming under more scrutiny as he considers a comeback in next year’s election. Ryan’s work for the cryptocurrency industry could be tough to separate from the industry’s role in Sherrod Brown’s defeat in last year’s U.S. Senate race.  The cryptocurrency-backed political group, Defend American Jobs,…