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HEALTHJun 23 · 22:48 UTCWSMV4 NASHVILLEGEOFF MULVIHILL

Judge rules government can’t stop SNAP dollars from buying candy and sugary drinks

A federal judge ruled the government cannot block SNAP benefits from purchasing candy and sugary drinks, citing legal violations of the program's definition of 'food.' The decision affects 23 states with planned or existing restrictions, part of a campaign by Agriculture and Health Secretaries to promote healthier choices.

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Amy Berman JacksonpersonSupplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)organizationMake America Healthy AgaintopicBrooke RollinspersonRobert F. Kennedy Jr.personColoradoplaceU.S. Department of AgricultureorganizationU.S. Department of Health and Human Servicesorganization
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