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Health & Science Eric Douglas,

National Group Sues To Stop SNAP Waivers

A national group has sued the Trump administration over Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) food waivers like the one granted to West Virginia.

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Health & Science Maria Young,

Heart Association Supports W.Va. Request To Remove Sugary Drinks From SNAP Purchases

The American Heart Association has submitted a letter in support of Gov. Patrick Morrisey's request for the federal government to remove sugary beverages from SNAP benefits.

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