Beginning in Indiana, Iowa, Nebraska, Utah and West Virginia, SNAP recipients will face new limits on certain purchases.

By the end of the year, 18 states will limit the purchase of "non-nutritious" food and drinks. What that means is up to the states.

SNAP users in five states face limits what they can buy that take effect Thursday. At least 18 states are implementing new rules beginning in 2026.

Investigators “will incorporate attempts to purchase restricted items according to the state’s SNAP Food Restriction policy, beginning 90 days after the implementation date,” the USDA said

New state laws taking effect in 2026 will impact Americans through higher minimum wages, tourism taxes and tighter SNAP restrictions across states.

Advocates for the LGBTQ+ community say the new limits on the food assistance program, SNAP, may make it especially difficult for many LGBTQ people battling food insecurity.

Beginning in fiscal year 2027, which will be the subject of the Iowa Legislature's budget discussions this year, Iowa will have to cover 75% of the cost of administering SNAP, up from 50%.

Iowa has implemented new restrictions on what can be purchased with SNAP benefits, aiming to encourage healthier eating habits among its residents.

In Indiana, new laws include property tax reform, consumer data protection, health care reforms, SNAP benefits and new requirements for residents who paint their vehicles. Hoosiers will see a 10% property tax credit of up to $300 on all homestead property tax bills this year.

Kroger is stepping up to help make healthy groceries more affordable by announcing a new savings program for SNAP recipients.