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

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.

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

Hawaii, Missouri, North Dakota, South Dakota, Virginia and Tennessee are joining 12 other states in adding waivers that will redefine what types of food can be purchased with SNAP dollars in 2026.

Including the latest waivers, 18 states have now received clearance from the USDA to exclude food and beverage products from ...

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

According to the Food and Nutrition Service, over 711,000 Tennesseans receive SNAP benefits.

Including the latest waivers, 18 states have now received clearance from the USDA to exclude food and beverage products from being purchased via SNAP due to health concerns. The other states with ...

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

Amid the continued changes with SNAP benefits, WSMV4 Investigates took a look at Census data to see where in the state people ...

Tennessee and virginia are preparing for big changes to snap — the supplemental nutrition assistance program — starting next ...