Texas Announces Federal Approval of Unhealthy Food Exclusion From SNAP Benefits

Texas Announces Federal Approval of Unhealthy Food Exclusion From SNAP Benefits
Bags of candy on shelves at a Target store in Austin, Texas, on June 4, 2025. Brandon Bell/Getty Images
Alicia Márquez
Alicia Márquez
Breaking News Reporter
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The governor of Texas on Aug. 5 announced federal approval of an unhealthy food exclusion from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program to ensure its nutritional purpose.
With this approval, the Texas government will restrict the purchase of sugary drinks and candy under the program.