Several U.S. states will begin implementing new Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefit rules in April. The changes come amid a nationwide shift as states adopt federal waivers to restrict purchases of items such as sugary drinks and candy, affecting millions of households who rely on SNAP for groceries at home. In all, 22 states have added restrictions , though many of these are not in effect yet. SNAP serves around 40 million people across the country, helping low- and no-