What Texans need to know about upcoming SNAP restrictions
Starting April 1, Texans will no longer be allowed to use food stamps to buy sweetened beverages and candy.
By Riddhi Bora and Dan Keemahill, The Texas Tribune
Posted 3/26/26
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 …
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