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RFK Jr.'s SNAP Junk-Food Plan Hits State-By-State Confusion
health11 days ago

RFK Jr.'s SNAP Junk-Food Plan Hits State-By-State Confusion

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s push to bar junk food from SNAP is rolling out unevenly, with five states (Indiana, Iowa, Nebraska, Utah, West Virginia) banning certain items since January. There’s no universal list of banned items, and states differ on what qualifies as junk, leaving retailers and shoppers to interpret rules. Critics question whether the bans will improve health since money from other sources can still be used for restricted items, and the article includes a quiz to illustrate the policy’s inconsistencies.

via Politico|
#health#junk-food-ban#nutrition-policy
Snap Ends Social-Media Addiction Case Ahead of Trial
technology1 month ago

Snap Ends Social-Media Addiction Case Ahead of Trial

Snap has settled a social-media addiction lawsuit just days before the Los Angeles trial; terms were not disclosed, and other defendants Meta, TikTok, and YouTube have not settled and will face trial. The plaintiff alleges the platforms’ algorithmic design fostered addiction and harmed mental health. Jury selection for the remaining defendants is set for January 27, with Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg expected to testify. Snap remains a defendant in other consolidated cases challenging platform liability under Section 230.

via BBC|
#meta#snap#snapchat
policy1 month ago

Rollins Champions Real-Food, Affordable Diet Under 2025-2030 Guidelines

USDA Secretary Brooke L. Rollins highlights in a Hill op-ed the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2025-2030, emphasizing eat-real-food, affordable, and flexible dieting, with steps to broaden access via SNAP stocking standards, updates to federal feeding programs, and the RealFood.gov initiative; the guidelines aim to make healthy options available to all households, noting meals can cost as little as about $3 each and outlining support for rural communities and farm families.

via USDA (.gov)|
#dietary-guidelines-2025-2030#nutrition-programs#policy
Multiple States Implement SNAP Restrictions on Soda and Unhealthy Foods in 2026
public-policy1 month ago

Multiple States Implement SNAP Restrictions on Soda and Unhealthy Foods in 2026

Starting January 1, five states (Indiana, Iowa, Nebraska, Utah, and West Virginia) will implement new restrictions on certain food purchases with SNAP benefits, mainly targeting soda, candy, and other unhealthy foods, as part of a broader effort to improve public health and reduce diet-related diseases. The changes are expected to face logistical challenges and controversy, with concerns about their impact on recipients and retail costs.

via CNN|
#food-restrictions#food-stamps#health-policy
policy2 months ago

States Consider Banning Junk Food and Restricting SNAP Benefits

RFK Jr. advocates for banning junk food in states, but there is confusion and logistical challenges in defining what foods are banned under SNAP, leading to concerns among retailers and beneficiaries about enforcement and fairness. States like Utah, Indiana, and others are implementing bans with limited guidance, causing operational difficulties and uncertainty about compliance.

via Politico|
#food-assistance#junk-food-ban#policy