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SNAP Benefits: No Soda Purchases Allowed

This new bill aims to change the rules of the SNAP food assistance program. Once effective, citizens using food benefits will not be able to purchase carbonated beverages containing added sugar, artificial sweeteners, or flavorings. This change will impact the daily grocery shopping of individuals relying on this support.
Key points
SNAP food benefits will no longer be usable for purchasing carbonated beverages with added sugar, sweeteners, or flavorings.
The definition of prohibited soda includes carbonated beverages with more than 1 gram of added sugar, artificial sweetener, or flavoring per serving.
The act will take effect 180 days after its enactment, allowing time for adjustment to the new rules.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_813
Sponsor: Rep. Self, Keith [R-TX-3]
Process start date: 2025-01-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Funding is Zero for Zero Nutrition Options (FIZZ-NO) Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_813.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-01-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • SNAP food benefits will no longer be usable for purchasing carbonated beverages with added sugar, sweeteners, or flavorings.
  • The definition of prohibited soda includes carbonated beverages with more than 1 gram of added sugar, artificial sweetener, or flavoring per serving.
  • The act will take effect 180 days after its enactment, allowing time for adjustment to the new rules.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Self, Keith [R-TX-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition and Foreign Agriculture.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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