CONGRESSMAN BRECHEEN REINTRODUCES HEALTHY SNAP ACT TO EXCLUDE SNAP BENEFITS FOR JUNK FOODS AND SOFT DRINKS

Washington, January 16, 2025 Washington D.C. – Today, Congressman Josh Brecheen reintroduced the Healthy SNAP Act. The bill would exclude soft drinks, candy, ice cream, and prepared desserts from being purchased with SNAP benefits. The bill also requires the Secretary of Agrict to ensure that eligible food promotes the health of SNAP reci...