Secretary Rollins joined several state governors, signing SNAP waivers to restrict soda and junk food from the Assistance Program.
States receiving those waivers are Arkansas, Idaho, and Utah, with each taking effect next year. Rollins was also joined by Health and Human Services Robert Kennedy for the signing.
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