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HB2015: Directing the secretary for children and families to request a waiver from supplemental nutrition assistance program rules that would allow the state to prohibit the purchase of candy and soft drinks with food assistance.

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Plain-Language Summary

This bill would allow Kansas to request a waiver from federal rules to prohibit using food assistance funds to buy candy and soft drinks. This change would apply to people receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.

Who This Affects

People receiving SNAP benefits in Kansas, including low-income families with children, would be affected by this change. They would no longer be able to use their benefits to purchase these types of items.

Key Provisions

• The bill would direct the Secretary for Children and Families to request a waiver from federal SNAP rules

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Timeline

Introduced

Wednesday, January 15, 2025

Last Action

House Stricken from Calendar by Rule 1507

Feb 19, 2025

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