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No sweets or soda for food stamp recipients?
WCTV TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) — People using food stamps may soon no longer be able to purchase candy or soft drinks with their Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card. Nationally, the purchases account for just under six percent of food stamp purchases. Florida Bill Would Restrict Candy, Soda From Food Stamps |
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