2026年美国农业部批准印地安那州和爱荷华州禁止为「垃圾食品」提供SNAP福利的计划, USDA approves Indiana and Iowa plans to ban SNAP benefits for "junk foods" in 2026, sparking debate.

自2026年1月起, 美援署已批准印地安那州和爱荷华州计划限制SNAP福利, 包括糖果、软饮料及其他“垃圾食品”。 The USDA has approved Indiana and Iowa's plans to restrict SNAP benefits from covering candy, soft drinks, and other "junk foods" starting in January 2026. 支持者认为此举能鼓励更健康的饮食, 而批评者则声称此举不公平地针对低收入家庭, 且未能解决无法获取负担得起的营养食品的问题。 Supporters argue the move encourages healthier eating, while critics claim it unfairly targets low-income families and fails to address the lack of access to affordable nutritious foods. 内布拉斯加州对苏打水和能源饮料的类似限制也已获得批准。 Nebraska's similar restrictions on soda and energy drinks have also been approved.