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Ohio Plan to Ban Sugary Soda Purchases Through SNAP Approved by USDA
Ohio joins 21 states banning sugary carbonated drinks with SNAP benefits to promote healthier choices for 1.36 million recipients, starting Oct. 1, 2026.
- On March 4, 2026, Ohio officials announced the USDA approved a waiver to restrict SNAP purchases of sugary carbonated drinks starting October 1, 2026.
- After reviewing research over three months, the working group concluded sugary drinks offer little nutritional value and are linked to health issues, officials said.
- The rule specifies ingredient order to determine eligibility, targeting beverages listing sugars first or second when carbonated water is first, ODJFS said.
- ODJFS said it will prepare retailers and recipients in the coming months, affecting about 1.36 million SNAP recipients in Ohio out of more than 41 million nationwide.
- Ohio submitted the waiver request in October 2026, and Damschroder said the change aims to promote healthier choices among Ohioans who receive food assistance benefits, joining other states with approvals.
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