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flag Alabama and Colorado propose banning SNAP use for sugary drinks, citing health goals but facing cost and equity concerns.

flag Alabama lawmakers have advanced a bill to restrict SNAP benefits from purchasing sodas and candy, aiming to combat obesity; the measure, backed by Sen. Arthur Orr, requires USDA approval via a waiver and faces criticism over $10.6 million in estimated implementation costs and concerns about government overreach. flag Meanwhile, Colorado has proposed a similar rule targeting sweetened beverages without milk or significant juice, backed by the USDA but pending final state approval; the policy, which would not save state funds, aims to reduce sugar consumption and long-term healthcare costs but has sparked debate over stigma, administrative burdens, and impacts on small retailers and low-income families.

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