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SNAP junk-food bans begin Aug. 31 in South Carolina and Sept. 1 in North Dakota - See other states with bans
Summary by The Woodlands Editorial Desk Mark.Richardson@fox.com (Mark Richardson) , as published by Fox 26 Houston
· August 28, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Specific start dates have been announced for two states, with one beginning at the end of August and the other in early September.
New restrictions on food purchases are being implemented by some states. These changes affect recipients of a taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit. The goal is to limit the purchase of certain types of food.
Further details are available about the states that have implemented or are implementing these restrictions. Some states have already begun this process, with others set to follow. Specific start dates have been announced for two states, with one beginning at the end of August and the other in early September.
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Category: News Published: August 28, 2026 Source: Fox 26 Houston Reading time: 1 min
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