This bill directs the commissioner of children, youth, and families in Minnesota to request a federal waiver by January 1, 2027, to prohibit the purchase of specific items—candy, energy drinks, and soda—using Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. The bill outlines the definitions of these items, specifying what constitutes candy, energy drinks, and soda, to ensure clarity in the waiver request.

The definitions provided include that candy is a product made with sugar or artificial sweeteners combined with various ingredients, energy drinks are beverages with a high caffeine content designed to boost energy, and soda is a carbonated beverage sweetened with added sugars or artificial sweeteners. The bill emphasizes the intent to promote healthier food choices among SNAP recipients and is set to take effect the day after it is enacted.