Alabama HB31 would require the Department of Human Resources to request a waiver to prohibit SNAP benefits from being used to purchase soda, energy.

Alabama HB31 would require the Department of Human Resources to request a waiver from the USDA Food and Nutrition Service to exclude soda, energy drinks, candy, and prepared desserts from the definition of "eligible foods" under SNAP benefits. If the waiver is approved, the department would prohibit the use of SNAP benefits for these items. The bill also mandates that the department resubmit the waiver request annually if it is initially denied. This act would become effective on October 1, 2026.

Alabama HB31 would require the Department of Human Resources to request a waiver to prohibit SNAP benefits from being used to purchase soda, energy.

Alabama HB31 would require the Department of Human Resources to request a waiver from the USDA Food and Nutrition Service to exclude soda, energy drinks, candy, and prepared desserts from the definition of "eligible foods" under SNAP benefits. If the waiver is approved, the department would prohibit the use of SNAP benefits for these items. The bill also mandates that the department resubmit the waiver request annually if it is initially denied. This act would become effective on October 1, 2026.