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House approves resolution asking feds to allow Kansas to bar candy and sweetened drinks on SNAP cards
Summary
The House voted to request a waiver from the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program that would let Kansas prohibit purchase of candy and sugary beverages with SNAP benefits; proponents cited public health and long‑term health care costs, opponents said the change stigmatizes people on assistance.
TOPEKA — The Kansas House voted to direct the state to seek a federal waiver that would prohibit the purchase of candy and soft drinks using Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.
Representative Linda Bergkamp, the bill carrier, framed the proposal as a nutrition policy aimed at encouraging healthier purchases with public benefits. “When you look at the name, SNAP, a lot of it is pointed towards assistance for those who need a little extra help,” Bergkamp said, adding that…
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