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US Convenience Stores Say Looming Healthy Food Rule Puts Food Stamps Use at Risk

Nearly 250 stores say they need more time and guidance to meet a USDA stocking rule that could force noncompliant retailers out of SNAP.

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By Leah Douglas WASHINGTON, Sept 3 (Reuters) - Thousands of U.S. convenience stores could stop accepting food stamps unless the U.S. Department of Agriculture delays enforcement of a rule requiring ​those stores to stock more fresh produce and protein,...

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US convenience stores say looming healthy food rule puts food stamps use at risk

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US convenience stores warn new food rule puts food stamp use at risk

The USDA rule requires retailers to offer at least seven varieties in each of four staple food categories to accept food stamps.

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Reuters broke the news in London, United Kingdom on Thursday, September 3, 2026.
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