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Lobbying Surge as SNAP Benefit Limits Loom

7/31/2025

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As states consider limiting SNAP benefits for sugary products, food and beverage groups ramp up their lobbying efforts. The American Beverage Association invested $1.7 million in early 2025, backing bans from the Trump era. This move raises concerns about the potential confusion for both recipients and retailers, as Congress debates SNAP reforms.

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As states consider limiting SNAP benefits for sugary products, food and beverage groups ramp up their lobbying efforts. The American Beverage Association invested $1.7 million in early 2025, backing bans from the Trump era. This move raises concerns about the potential confusion for both recipients and retailers, as Congress debates SNAP reforms.