Washington Senate panel hears sharp opposition to bill to bar candy and sweetened drinks from SNAP
The Senate Human Services Committee heard hours of testimony Feb. 2 for and against SB 6186, which would direct DSHS to seek USDA waivers to prohibit SNAP/Basic Food purchases of candy and sweetened beverages; opponents cited dignity, medical needs, and retailer burdens while supporters cited child health concerns.
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The Senate Human Services Committee on Feb. 2 heard competing arguments over Senate Bill 6186, a proposal that would direct the state Department of Social and Health Services to request a federal waiver to bar SNAP (Basic Food) benefits from being used to buy candy and sweetened beverages.
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