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.

  • Arkansas

    SB 142 - Bell To Bell, No Cell Act

    Signed on by Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders

    This bill requires public schools to adopt and publish policies limiting student phone use during the school day, with exemptions, to support focus, safety, and academic success.

    Sponsors:

    Sen. Tyler Dees (R), Rep. Jon Eubanks (R), Rep. Brian Evans (R), Rep. Nick Burkes (R), Rep. Rebecca Burkes (R), Rep. Cindy Crawford (R), Rep. Hope Duke (R), Rep. Zack Gramlich (R) Rep. Brad Hall (R), Rep. Robin Lundstrum (R), Rep. Mindy McAlindon (R), Rep. Brit McKenzie (R), Rep. Chad Puryear (R), Rep. Scott Richardson (R), Rep. Randy Torres (R), Rep. Kendon Underwood (R), Sen. Bart Hester (R), Sen. Justin Boyd (R), Sen. Breanne Davis (R), Sen. Jane English (R), Sen. Scott Flippo (R), Sen. Ben Gilmore (R),Sen. Kim Hammer (R), Sen. Missy Irvin (R), Sen. Blake Johnson (R), Sen. Mark Johnson (R), Sen. Matt McKee (R), Sen. Reginald Murdock (D), Sen. Jim Petty (R), Sen. Matt Stone (R)

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  • California

    EO N-1-25 - Ultra-Processed Foods

    Signed on by Governor Gavin Newsom

    The order directs state agencies to recommend potential actions to limit the harms associated with ultra-processed foods and food ingredients that may pose health risks.

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  • Nebraska

    SNAP Waiver

    Target Implementation Date:

    Nebraska is the first state to remove soda and energy drinks from SNAP benefits. In a historic step, USDA Secretary Rollins signed Governor Pillen’s request to allow the state to stop subsidizing these sugary drinks.

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  • 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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  • West Virginia

    SNAP Waiver

    Target Implementation Date:

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

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