IMPORTANT UPDATE FOR SNAP PARTICIPANTS:
New purchase restrictions start April 1, 2026
Beginning April 1, 2026, SNAP benefits cannot be used to buy sweetened drinks or candy.
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According to the new rules, sweetened drinks and candy are defined as follows:
- Sweetened drinks: Nonalcoholic beverages made with water that contain 5 grams or more of added sugar or any amount of artificial sweetener
- Candy: Any candy, like candy bars, gum, drops, taffy or nuts, fruits, and raisins that have been candied, crystallized, glazed, or coated with chocolate, yogurt, or caramel, and nuts roasted with a sweetener
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