date:Feb 27, 2013
rtment of Agriculture. Existing restrictions on SNAP purchases include alcohol, tobacco products, various vitamins, medicines and hot food.
The first bill, HB 523, filed by Rep. Terry Canales (D-Edinburg) stated that an energy drink is any beverage that contains at least 65mg of caffeine per 8 ounces and is specifically marketed as metabolically stimulating. However, coffee-based beverages would not be banned.
According to Canales, the potential for health issues is the main concern, especiall