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July 15, 2026
Louisiana Tropical Storm Arthur - Special Disaster Rules for Accepting Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Benefits for Hot Foods
Effective immediately through August 13, 2026, authorized SNAP retailers in Louisiana may accept SNAP benefits in exchange for hot foods and foods intended to be consumed on retailer premises.
Approved Counties
Statewide
Duration
These special rules are in effect through August 13, 2026. Hot foods purchased with SNAP benefits during this time are not subject to sales tax.
Recommendations
We encourage all SNAP retailers in the State to post a special notice in the store letting SNAP customers know that they can use their SNAP benefits to purchase hot foods and, where practical, may remain on the premises to consume those foods.
Thank you for your assistance in aiding those impacted by Tropical Storm Arthur.
Sincerely,
Retailer Policy Division
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
Food and Nutrition Administration
U.S. Department of Agriculture
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