IllustrativeFederal judge blocks states' bans on buying soda and candy with SNAP benefits
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A federal judge has blocked states' bans on purchasing certain items with SNAP benefits. The blocked bans specifically targeted the use of SNAP benefits to buy soda and candy. This decision affects the types of products that can be bought using SNAP benefits in certain states.