Bill No. 1833 aims to amend the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) by directing the Department of Human Services to seek a federal waiver to restrict the use of SNAP benefits for purchasing candy and soft drinks. The bill allows the Department to potentially exclude other nonnutritive food items as determined by the Director of Human Services. To implement these changes, the Department must submit a waiver request to the United States Department of Agriculture, which must include justifications related to public health, SNAP's statutory intent, and taxpayer cost savings, along with an implementation plan and a strategy for educating SNAP recipients about healthier food options.

If the waiver is approved, the Department is required to implement the restrictions within six months and must submit an annual report to state leadership detailing the status of the waiver, SNAP spending patterns, and any challenges or recommendations for further policy action. The bill is set to take effect on November 1, 2026.