Starting April 1, Texans will no longer be allowed to use food stamps to buy sweetened beverages and candy.

Texas extended the deadline to apply for SNAP replacement benefits after the winter storm. Families who lost food now have until Feb. 23, 2026, to request replacements. Approved benefits will be ...

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in Texas is designed to assist low-income households in accessing nutritious food. Eligibility is determined by specific criteria, including income ...

Come April 1, 2026, the candy aisle is going to look very different for Texans who use SNAP. A new statewide rule, signed off on by federal officials, will stop Lone Star card users from buying candy ...

Families who lost food now have until Feb. 23, 2026, to request replacements. Approved benefits will be reloaded to Lone Star Cards within two business days. AUSTIN, Texas - The deadline to apply for ...