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There is no doubt about the great benefits of SNAP Texas towards feeding low-income families, however, the Texas authorities continue in the search to continue improving the nutrition of the population and therefore proposed the Senate Bill 379, which seeks to put restrictions on people who are part of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) that provides financial to people to purchase food.
The project was promoted by Senator Mayes Middleton and was approved in a legislative session. This idea by the authorities of Texas had been around for quite some time, as there is a high concern about the nutrition of citizens and the fact of having the benefit of SNAP Texas was a double-edged sword considering the access to certain foods. The goal is to provide financial to access better nutrition, but that it is healthy.
Other states have also sought to the initiative, such as Indiana and Nebraska. However, despite how positive the project sounds, there has been some criticism from opponents, since the objective, they say, is for the entire population to be able to improve their diet and not just those who are part of the SNAP benefits.The SNAP program is based on a food assistance system created by the U.S. government with the goal of helping low-income individuals and families purchase food. These people are assigned an electronic card with a monthly amount, which they can use in specific stores and with certain restrictions that seek to increase the high rates of obesity in the state and throughout the United States.
To access the SNAP program, you must meet one of the following requirements:
- Low-income families or individuals
- Older adults (over 60 years old)
- People with disabilities
- Single parents
- Low-wage workers
What are the benefits of SNAP Texas?
The benefits of SNAP Texas are based on the acquisition of a rechargeable debit card month to month, with which you can buy various foods such as:
- Fruits and vegetables
- Bread, cereals, rice, pasta
- Milk, eggs, meat
- Canned food
Which Texas SNAP foods could be banned?
- The foods that are being sought to be banned are:
- Sugary soft drinks
- Sweets: candies and treats
- Cookies
- French fries and other snacks
- Energy drinks
What is the current status of the bill?
The project to regulate the food that can be purchased with SNAP is approved by the Texas Senate and what follows is a vote in the Texas House of Representatives.