New Jersey Healthy SNAP Act requires DHS to seek federal waiver to prohibit SNAP enrollees from buying soft drinks.

The New Jersey Healthy SNAP Act mandates the Department of Human Services (DHS) to request a waiver from the federal government, aiming to restrict Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits from being used to purchase soft drinks. The waiver request must include a justification based on public health concerns, SNAP's statutory intent, and potential cost savings. If approved, DHS will implement the restriction within six months. If denied, the request will be resubmitted annually.

New Jersey Healthy SNAP Act requires DHS to seek federal waiver to prohibit SNAP enrollees from buying soft drinks.

The New Jersey Healthy SNAP Act mandates the Department of Human Services (DHS) to request a waiver from the federal government, aiming to restrict Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits from being used to purchase soft drinks. The waiver request must include a justification based on public health concerns, SNAP's statutory intent, and potential cost savings. If approved, DHS will implement the restriction within six months. If denied, the request will be resubmitted annually.