Nutrition First Act of 2026 prohibits using SNAP benefits to buy nutritionally deficient foods.
The Nutrition First Act of 2026 amends the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to redefine eligible foods for purchase with supplemental nutrition assistance program benefits. It excludes high-sugar beverages, prepared desserts, snacks, and energy drinks from eligible purchases. The changes take effect 180 days after the bill's enactment.
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