MAHA State Policies

Across the country, states are enacting bold new policies into law to Make America Healthy Again. Explore the full list of policies to see the impact of MAHA nationwide or select your state to learn how change is happening in your community.

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  • Hawaii

    SNAP Waiver

    Approved on by Governor Josh Green

    On December 10, 2025, USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins approved Governor Josh Green's request for a waiver to restrict the purchase of soda with SNAP benefits.

    Sponsors:

    Governor Josh Green

    Topics:

    SNAP Waivers and Reforms, Ultra-Processed Foods

  • Oklahoma

    SNAP Waiver

    Approved on by Governor Kevin Stitt

    On August 4, 2025, USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins approved Governor Kevin Stitt’s waiver request to prohibit the purchase of soft drinks and candy using SNAP benefits.

    Sponsors:

    Gov. Kevin Stitt

    Topics:

    SNAP Waivers and Reforms, Ultra-Processed Foods

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  • Colorado

    SNAP Waiver

    Approved on by Governor Jared Polis

    On August 4, 2025, USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins approved Governor Jared Polis’ request for a waiver to restrict the purchase of soft drinks with SNAP benefits.

    Sponsors:

    Gov. Jared Polis

    Topics:

    SNAP Waivers and Reforms, Ultra-Processed Foods

  • Louisiana

    EO-25-052 - SNAP Waiver

    Signed on by Governor Jeff Landry

    On August 4, 2025, USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins approved Governor Jeff Landry's request to exclude the purchase of soft drinks, energy drinks, and candy from SNAP benefits.

    Sponsors:

    Gov. Jeff Landry

    Topics:

    SNAP Waivers and Reforms, Ultra-Processed Foods

    Review details
  • West Virginia

    SNAP Waiver

    Approved on by Governor Patrick Morrisey

    On August 4, 2025, USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins approved Governor Patrick Morrisey’s request for a waiver to remove soda from SNAP benefits. 

    Topics:

    SNAP Waivers and Reforms, Ultra-Processed Foods

    Review details