Candy bars are off limits, but families can still buy chocolate chips. Energy drinks are not allowed, but Gatorade is, as ...

I am proud to say that Louisiana isn’t just participating in the MAHA movement," the governor said, "we are leading it.” ...

U.S. Secretary Brooke Rollins signed a waiver Monday that ends the purchase of junk food using SNAP benefits in Louisiana.

Louisiana will ban SNAP recipients from purchasing candy, soft drinks, and energy drinks with their benefits starting January 15, 2026.

In 2026, Louisiana's SNAP program will no longer allow recipients to purchase soft drinks, energy drinks, or candy, and ASAP ...

SNAP shoppers in five added Louisiana parishes now get 30 cents back for every $1 spent on produce at Walmart, up to $25 a ...

Governor Jeff Landry’s latest episode of his “Diners” podcast served up more than just good food and conversation. In a candid discussion with state ...

Louisiana is expanding its SNAP produce credit program to more parishes, giving recipients a 30% refund for fresh fruit and ...

Six more states received waivers this week from the Trump administration to ban soda and candy purchases from public food assistance programs.

Louisiana’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides monthly benefits — via the Louisiana Purchase Card — to eligible low-income individuals and families.