Arkansas restricted junk food purchases by SNAP recipients, but a federal judge blocked the state's restrictions.
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Arkansas restricted junk food purchases by SNAP recipients, but a federal judge blocked the state's restrictions.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Arkansas considers bans on using SNAP funds for specific purchases after citing studies on sugary drinks.1 source
Arkansas's attempt to restrict junk food purchases for SNAP recipients was blocked by a federal judge.1 source
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The entities involved
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Arkansas
state of the United States of America
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Food and Nutrition Service
U.S. federal anti-hunger program