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.

  • 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.

  • Colorado

    SNAP Waiver

    Target Implementation Date:

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

  • North Dakota

    HB 1454 - Opt-Our Procedure for Required Vaccines

    Ensures individuals can opt out of required vaccines for health, religious, or philosophical reasons and mandates schools follow existing vaccine opt-out procedures.

    Sponsors:

    Rep. Donna Henderson (R), Rep. Karen Anderson (R), Rep. Kathy Frelich (R), Rep. Dori Hauck (R), Rep. James Kasper (R), Sen. David Clemens (R), Sen. Bob Paulson (R)

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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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  • Nebraska

    SNAP Waiver

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    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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