Oklahoma SNAP Soft Drinks and Candy Ban: What You Should Know About the New Rules
In June 2025, the Oklahoma Department of Human Services (OKDHS) submitted a formal waiver request to the USDA Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) to prohibit the use of SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits for purchasing soft drinks and candy. The waiver was approved by the USDA in late 2025, making Oklahoma the first state …