Governor Henry McMaster has issued Executive Order 2025-30, directing the South Carolina Department of Social Services (DSS) to submit a waiver request to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to exclude the purchase of candy, energy drinks, soft drinks, and sweetened beverages from the list of eligible foods under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), also known as food stamps.
“South Carolina is doing her part to Make America Healthy Again. This request is a light-touch, common-sense approach that ensures these federal taxpayer dollars are being used to help families purchase healthy, nutritious food – not unhealthy candy and sugary drinks,” said Governor Henry McMaster. “I thank President Trump and his Administration for providing us with the ability to enhance our SNAP program so we can create healthier outcomes for South Carolina families.”…