A waiver has been signed at the federal level to remove soft drinks and candy from being eligible as part of Indiana’s SNAP ...

“More taxpayer-funded SNAP dollars are spent on sugary drinks and candy than on fruits and vegetables. Indiana is proud to ...

The governor's office says children on SNAP benefits consume 43% more soft drinks than non-SNAP recipients on similar incomes ...

Responding to federal cuts in anti-hunger programs, Council Member Shahana Hanif will allocate $20,000 in discretionary ...

Experts who study the SNAP program previously have said they expect SNAP recipients to buy soda and candy at normal rates, even with the ban in place.

A sweeping Farm Bill that includes $300 billion in cuts to food assistance programs has cleared the U.S. House Committee on Agriculture.

Once the ban on candy and soda purchases with SNAP benefits goes into effect, not all candy will be banned. That's because of Indiana's tax code. Braun cited specific Indiana code to define the soft ...

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is set for a major overhaul as Republican lawmakers push for reforms.

Under the waiver approved by the USDA, starting Jan. 1, 2026, Iowans who receive SNAP won't be able to use their benefits to ...

The CBO estimates that the proposed changes could save the government $92 billion over the next decade, prompting concerns ...

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services estimates cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program could cost all ...

Millions of low-income Americans, including families with children, could lose their food stamp benefits under House ...