West Virginia Bans Food Dyes, Proposes SNAP Soda Limits

West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey, with support from Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has signed a 'Make America Healthy Again' bill, implementing a ban on certain food dyes in schools and proposing restrictions on the use of SNAP benefits to purchase soda. This initiative is part of a broader movement, with Kennedy urging other states to follow suit, aiming to promote healthier dietary choices and reduce taxpayer-funded purchases of unhealthy foods. The U.S. Department of Agriculture, which oversees SNAP, is key to approving these changes, with Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins appearing supportive of the initiative. The move has faced opposition from the beverage industry and anti-hunger advocates, who argue it unfairly limits choices for low-income families. Governor Morrisey has also challenged West Virginians to walk a mile daily as part of personal and state health improvements. Kennedy's efforts align with the Trump administration's goals to improve national health standards.