New "Healthy SNAP" waivers are now active. Many items will decline at checkout. Check your state's status below:
| State | Status | Banned Items |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | ACTIVE | Soda, Candy, Gum, Sweetened Water (>5g sugar). |
| Florida | STARTS APR 20 | Sodas, Energy Drinks, Candy, Snack Cakes (Little Debbie). |
| Iowa | ACTIVE | All Taxable Foods, Soda, Most Candy. |
Standing in line in Florida? Here is what will work and what won't:
Florida Bonus: Spend $1 in SNAP on Florida-grown produce and get $1 FREE in Fresh Access Bucks at participating farmers' markets!
If your favorite items were banned, use these EBT-only discounts to save cash for groceries:
Get 50% Off Walmart+ Assist ($6.47/mo) →Includes FREE delivery on all groceries—even the "banned" items you pay for with cash.
Get 50% Off Amazon Prime Access →Locate healthcare facilities, wellness centers, and specialized clinics with alternative operational hours or weekend availability across Texas.
Access OpenNow Directory Engine →The National Pulse Network