LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced a plan Tuesday to alter certain items eligible under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
Sanders said her administration is announcing a plan to remove candy and soft drinks as eligible expenses under a new SNAP waiver.
Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders calls for changes to SNAP to eliminate junk food
The SNAP program provides money every month for low-income families to buy food. In December 2024, Sanders called on the U.S. Department of Agriculture to reform the program.
The governor addressed that 23% of food stamp spending goes toward soft drinks, unhealthy snacks, candy and desserts. She said the waiver will ensure that taxpayers’ dollars are spent on healthier food options…