Florida officially changed the rules for its Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) on Monday, April 20, 2026, blocking the use of benefits for several categories of sugary snacks and drinks. The move, which received federal approval last year, is part of a state-led effort to prioritize n utrition over “empty calories” for low-income households. Under the […] Junk Food Off The Menu: Florida Bans Soda And Candy From SNAP Purchases ...read more read less