House Bill No. by Representative Romero aims to enhance the health and well-being of children in Louisiana who participate in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) by restricting the types of food that can be purchased with SNAP benefits. The bill enacts a new section, R.S. 46:302, which defines "unhealthy snack foods" to include sugary items, salty processed foods, and high-fat foods. The Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is tasked with promulgating rules to prohibit the purchase of these unhealthy snacks using SNAP benefits.

Additionally, the bill mandates that the DCFS collaborate with nutritionists, healthcare providers, and other experts to develop educational materials aimed at caregivers, children, and families. These resources will focus on healthy snack alternatives that can be purchased with SNAP benefits, promoting better dietary choices among participants.