Agriculture Department Approves More Soda Bans For Food Stamps

The New York Times12/10/2025 • Last cited 12/14/2025

Summary

The Agriculture Department has approved waivers for six additional states to prohibit the purchase of certain sugary foods and beverages with food stamps, according to The New York Times. This move aims to address health concerns related to sugary diets among food stamp recipients.

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Lindy Score Breakdown

35
Age (0-35)
36 days
4
Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
8
Tier (0-10)
The New York Times
0
Breadth (0-15)
1 unique
Total Score47/100

Related Story Timeline

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    Agriculture Department Approves More Soda Bans For Food Stamps (current)
  2. 2025-12-11
    Agriculture Department Approves More Soda Bans for Food Stamps (The New York Times)
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