Texas becomes one of first states to restrict SNAP purchases of candy and soda and it takes effect soon

HOUSTON — Texas SNAP recipients will no longer be able to use their Lone Star Cards to buy candy or sweetened drinks ...

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 ...

SNAP restrictions on soda, candy, and more are coming in 2026 and beyond — here's what's changing by state

Eighteen states will restrict what SNAP users can buy with their benefits in 2026, including soda, candy, and energy drinks. See the changes by state.