Funding is Zero for Zero Nutrition Options (FIZZ-NO) Act of 2025
Sponsored By: Representative Self, Keith [R-TX-3]
In Committee
Summary
Bans soda purchases with SNAP benefits. This bill would amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to add “soda” to the list of items ineligible for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits. It defines soda as a carbonated beverage that contains more than 1 gram of added sugar, artificial sweetener, or flavoring per serving. The restriction would take effect 180 days after enactment.
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Bill Overview
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
New soda purchase ban for SNAP families
If enacted, the bill would ban using SNAP benefits to buy certain sodas. You could not use SNAP to buy carbonated drinks that contain more than 1 gram per serving of added sugar, an artificial sweetener, or flavoring. The rule looks at the amount per serving to decide which drinks are covered. The ban would begin 180 days after enactment. It would affect SNAP participants, stores that accept SNAP, and soda makers whose products meet the rule.
Sponsors & CoSponsors
Sponsor
Self, Keith [R-TX-3]
TX • R
Cosponsors
Rep. Burchett, Tim [R-TN-2]
TN • R
Sponsored 2/11/2025
Rep. Davidson, Warren [R-OH-8]
OH • R
Sponsored 2/11/2025
Rep. Massie, Thomas [R-KY-4]
KY • R
Sponsored 2/12/2025
Roll Call Votes
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