State Government · Politics For Subscribers Massachusetts Senate Democrats Reject Ban On Buying Candy, Soda With Food Stamps Massachusetts Senate Democrats rejected a proposal to seek federal permission to block SNAP benefits from being used on candy and soft drinks. By State House News Service May 21, 2026 · 5:20 PM EDT · 2 min read read Advertisement Photo by Chris Mac / Unsplash Massachusetts Senate Democrats rejected a proposal to seek federal permission to block SNAP benefits from being used on candy and soft drinks. Advertisement