Alabama SB57 mandates the Department of Human Resources to request a USDA waiver to prohibit SNAP benefits from purchasing soda and candy.
Alabama SB57 requires the Department of Human Resources to request a waiver from the USDA Food and Nutrition Service to exclude candy and soda from the definition of eligible foods for SNAP benefits. If the waiver is granted, the department must prohibit the purchase of candy and soda with SNAP benefits. If the waiver is denied, the department must resubmit the request annually until approved. This act becomes effective on October 1, 2026.
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