The resolution, introduced by Representative Romero, seeks to memorialize the United States Congress and the USDA to grant Louisiana a waiver that would allow the state's Department of Children and Family Services to eliminate unhealthy foods from the list of items that can be purchased with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. The resolution highlights the concerning obesity rates in Louisiana, where approximately 40% of adults and 20% of high school students are classified as obese. It emphasizes the health risks associated with obesity, including a higher likelihood of developing serious illnesses such as heart disease and cancer, and notes the financial burden of obesity-related medical care on the healthcare system.

To support this initiative, the resolution outlines that the Department of Children and Family Services should collaborate with medical professionals and nutrition experts to identify which unhealthy foods should be removed from the SNAP-approved list. Additionally, the resolution mandates that any proposed rule changes be presented to the relevant legislative committees before submission to the USDA. The resolution aims to promote healthier eating habits among families receiving SNAP benefits and to encourage the purchase of more nutritious food options, thereby addressing public health concerns in Louisiana.