Incoming SNAP changes to impact Texans starting next month

Right now, the SNAP program helps about 3.3 million Texans purchase groceries.
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New SNAP purchase restrictions begin April 1 in Texas: What you won’t be able to buy

Millions of Texans who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will see new restrictions on what they ...

Texas to ban candy, soda from SNAP purchases starting April 1

Texas will ban SNAP purchases of candy, gum, and sweetened drinks starting April 1, becoming the first state to implement ...
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Texas SNAP Program Eliminates More Choices For Users

In April, Texas will restrict SNAP purchases, eliminating sugary drinks and candy to push for healthier choices, while still ...

Texas issues SNAP restrictions alert to millions

Beginning April 1, benefits cannot be used to purchase certain drinks or snacks in the Lone Star State.
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Texas SNAP recipients won't be able to buy certain items starting in April

The changes come after lawmakers passed a bill during the last legislative session to try to encourage Texas families to buy vegetables, meats, and whole grains with their SNAP benefits each month.

Texas to ban candy, sweetened drinks from SNAP purchases beginning in April

Texas will no longer allow SNAP recipients to buy candy or sweetend drinkg with Lone Star Cards starting April 1, under a new state law approved by ...