Tennessee House members passed a bill this spring directing the state government to seek a first-of-its-kind federal waiver ...

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has approved waivers for 18 states that ban the use of SNAP benefits to buy certain sugary ...

Starting in 2026, Tennesseans on SNAP will no longer be able to use their benefits to buy sodas or some other high-calorie ...

Experts report that SNAP recipients could lose their benefits in 2027 if a cost-sharing law goes into effect as planned.

Tenn. SNAP recipients will face new restrictions on candy, soft drinks and sugary processed foods starting July 2026 and it's ...

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture approved Governor Bill Lee's waiver to exclude the purchase of candy, ...

The USDA has approved Tennessee’s request for a two-year junk food ban under SNAP, blocking purchases of items like soda, ...

Starting in 2026, people using SNAP will not be able to pay for some sodas or sweets using their benefits because of a waiver ...

Hawaii, Missouri, North Dakota, South Dakota, Virginia and Tennessee are joining 12 other states in adding waivers that will ...

Starting in 2026, Tennesseans on SNAP will no longer be able to use their benefits to buy sodas or some other high-calorie ...

Now that the longest shutdown in U.S. government history has ended, the SNAP will resume funding in Tennessee.

The federal government has approved a waiver banning soda and candy while expanding access to hot prepared food.