Beginning April 1, benefits cannot be used to purchase certain drinks or snacks in the Lone Star State.

Texas will ban SNAP purchases of candy, gum, and sweetened drinks starting April 1, becoming the first state to implement ...

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.

Beginning April 1, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients in Texas will not be able to purchase candy or sweetened drinks with their Lone Star Cards. The candy restrictions apply ...

Beginning April 1, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program SNAPrecipients in Texas can no longer use their benefits to buy ...

As inflation and tariffs raise the price of so many items, many Americans are turning toward the Supplemental Nutrition ...

Beginning Apr. 1, 2026, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients will no longer be able to use their ...

AUSTIN - The Texas Health and Human Services Commission reminds Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients that they can no longer buy candy or sweetened drinks with their Lone Star ...

Texas SNAP recipients will no longer be able to use their Lone Star Cards to purchase candy, gum, or sweetened drinks beginning April 1, 2026, under new state restrictions.

The changes in four states mean certain sugary items will no longer be eligible for purchase using SNAP benefits.

Come April 1, 2026, the candy aisle is going to look very different for Texans who use SNAP. A new statewide rule, signed off ...

Texas is reinstating the 3-month SNAP limit for adults without dependents in 2026. Learn the work requirements and how to keep your benefits active.