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Trump administration approves waivers to ban junk food from SNAP

 The Trump administration is implementing changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) by allowing state waivers to remove unhealthy food options, such as junk food and sugary drinks, from SNAP purchases. This initiative initially begins in Nebraska, Indiana, and Iowa, with more states anticipated to follow.

• The new policy aims to address increasing rates of childhood obesity, diabetes, and diseases associated with ultra-processed foods (UPFs) prevalent in SNAP purchases.

• A 69-page report indicates that poor nutrition is a primary cause of health issues in children and calls for reforms to prioritize access to healthy food over taxpayer-funded junk options.

• U. S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. pledges to eliminate toxins and corruption in the food system, focusing on improving children's health through science-based strategies.

• U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Brooke Rollins highlights the importance of farmers in providing healthier food choices, connecting the initiative to Trump's "Make America Healthy Again" campaign.

• The announcement coincides with the release of a report emphasizing the link between poor diets and rising childhood health issues, stating that UPFs are a major contributing factor.

• Nebraska becomes the first state to prohibit SNAP recipients from buying junk food and sugary drinks in a two-year pilot program, with other GOP-led states interested in similar waivers.

The Trump administration's SNAP changes aim to promote better health among children by reducing access to unhealthy food options within the program, with a focus on science-driven policies and the significance of American agriculture in achieving healthier food outcomes.

https://americafirstreport.com/trump-administration-approves-waivers-to-ban-junk-food-from-snap/

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