MAHA State Actions

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.

  • Iowa

    SNAP Waiver

    Target Implementation Date:

    On May 22, USDA Secretary Rollins approved Governor Kim Reynolds’ request for a waiver to exclude foods like candy, soda, and other sugary snacks from SNAP.

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  • Florida

    SNAP Waiver

    Target Implementation Date:

    On August 4, USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins approved Governor Ron DeSantis’ request for a waiver to restrict the purchase of soda, energy drinks, candy, and prepared desserts with SNAP benefits.

  • Alaska

    HB 57, Article 5 - Wireless Telecommunications Device Policy

    Sponsors:

    Rep. William Fields (D), Rep. Andrew Josephson (D), Rep. Calvin Schrage (N), Rep. Ashley Carrick (D), Rep. Alyse Galvin (I), Rep. Genevieve Mina (D), Sen. Loki Tobin (D), Sen. William Wielechowski (D), Sen. Forrest Dunbar (D), Sen. Scott Kawasaki (D), Sen. Robert Yundt (R), Sen. Elvi Gray-Jackson (D), Sen. Jesse Kiehl (D), Sen. Catherine Giessel (R), Sen. Matt Claman (D), Sen. Mike Cronk (R), Sen. Bert Stedman (R), Sen. Donald Olson (D), Sen. Jesse Bjorkman (R), Sen. Kelly Merrick (R), Sen. Gary Stevens (R)

    This article requires each school district to adopt a policy that regulates the possession and use of nonschool-issued wireless telecommunications devices during regular school hours, including lunch and passing periods.

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