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Retailers, researchers criticize Indiana plan to exclude soda and candy from SNAP

Whitney Downard, Indiana Capital Chronicle

Researchers and retailers question the effectiveness of an Indiana proposal to exclude candy and soda — both of which are loosely defined — from a food benefit program.
Feds approve Indiana ban on soda, candy from SNAP purchases

Casey Smith, Indiana Capital Chronicle

With new federal approval, Indiana will ban the purchase of candy and soda using taxpayer-funded food assistance starting Jan. 1, 2026.