Kansas SB79 would allow the state to prohibit the purchase of candy and soft drinks with food assistance.
Kansas SB79 amends the state's food assistance program to direct the secretary for children and families to request a waiver from the United States department of agriculture. If granted, the waiver would allow the state to prohibit the purchase of candy and soft drinks with food assistance. The bill defines "candy" and "soft drinks" and mandates that the secretary request such a waiver annually if it is not granted initially.
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