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Gov. Bill Lee wants federal waivers to change SNAP

TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES, AUG 8 – Governor Bill Lee aims to restrict sugary and processed foods in Tennessee's SNAP benefits to improve nutrition and reduce chronic disease risk among low-income families.

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Tennessee Governor Bill Lee wants federal waivers to make changes to the state's SNAP program.

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Tennessee seeks federal waiver to limit SNAP purchases of sugary foods and sodas

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee announced Friday that the state will seek a federal waiver to restrict the purchase of soda, candy and other high-sugar foods with Suppl

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Gov. Bill Lee wants federal waivers to change SNAP

Tennessee Governor Bill Lee wants federal waivers to make changes to the state's SNAP program.

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Local Memphis broke the news in on Friday, August 8, 2025.
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