What foods are forbidden under Louisiana’s new SNAP rules? Take our quiz.

By: Julie O'Donoghue

Outlets: Louisiana Illuminator

Published: February 26, 2026

Words: 253

Last Updated: 1 week, 6 days ago

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Louisiana residents who rely on public assistance to buy groceries face new restrictions on their purchases as of last week.

The state placed a temporary ban on buying certain energy drinks, candy and soda with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits, sometimes referred to as food stamps. The federal government, which pays for SNAP, granted Louisiana a waiver to impose extra restrictions through Jan. 12, 2028, at the request of Gov. Jeff Landry. …

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