The "South Carolina SNAP Nutrition Integrity Act" aims to enhance the nutritional integrity of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) by prohibiting the purchase of candy and soft drinks with SNAP benefits. The bill mandates the South Carolina Department of Social Services to apply for a federal waiver from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Service (USDA FNS) to implement these restrictions. The waiver request must include justifications related to public health concerns, the intent of SNAP to promote food security, and potential cost savings for taxpayers. Additionally, the department is required to develop an implementation plan, an education strategy for SNAP recipients, and a mechanism to track the impact of these restrictions on spending patterns and health outcomes.

If the waiver is approved, the department must enforce the restrictions within six months. In the event of a denial, the department is obligated to resubmit the waiver request annually until it is granted. Furthermore, the department is tasked with ensuring compliance among SNAP-authorized retailers by updating point-of-sale systems. An annual report detailing the status of the waiver request, SNAP spending trends, challenges in implementation, and recommendations for further policy action must be submitted to the General Assembly by November 1st each year.