Indiana SNAP Benefits to change in 2026

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) – Beginning January 1, as part of Indiana’s new “Smart SNAP” initiative, sugary drinks and candy will no longer be eligible to purchase with SNAP benefits.

Soda, energy drinks, sports drinks like Gatorade and sweetened iced tea are no longer supported.

Officials with Feed Evansville say the government’s classification of “candy” is unclear…

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