Confused about Texas SNAP changes? Here’s what “sweetened drinks” means, what’s banned and which snacks are still eligible starting April 1.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Shoppers who use SNAP benefits will see changes to what they can buy in 2026 and beyond. Twenty-two states are changing or will ...

Per President Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill Act of 2025, all states must implement new work requirements for anyone receiving SNAP benefits. The new work requirements have already been implemented in ...

SNAP benefits became a national flashpoint during the government shutdown in 2025, as millions of Americans worried about what would happen if funding stalled. For households relying on monthly ...

New food stamp restrictions prohibiting benefits to be used to purchase sweetened beverages and candy will affect millions of Texans starting April 1. Senate Bill 379, one of three bills under Texas’ ...

New restrictions on what shoppers can buy with SNAP benefits are coming to some states in 2026.Michael Loccisano/Getty Images Big changes are coming to how shoppers can use SNAP food benefits in some ...