Congressman Keith Self Introduces the FIZZ-NO Act to Improve Public Health and Reduce Taxpayer Costs

Congressman Keith Self introduced the Funding is Zero for Zero Nutrition Options (FIZZ-NO) Act in an effort to improve public health and reduce taxpayer costs by eliminating the purchase of sugary carbonated beverages through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

“SNAP was originally created to help the poorest Americans access nutritious food,” said Congressman Self. “Allowing taxpayer dollars to subsidize sugary sodas, which offer zero nutritional value and contribute to costly health conditions, is counterproductive. The FIZZ-NO Act is a common-sense solution to strengthen public health and reduce the financial burden on taxpayers.”

Sugary carbonated beverages are a leading source of added sugars in the American diet, contributing significantly to obesity and other related health conditions. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 40% of adults and 19% of children in the United States are considered obese. The consumption of sugary beverages has been directly linked to increased risks of diabetes, heart disease, and other chronic health issues. It is estimated that these conditions cost our healthcare system $190 billion annually, much of which is absorbed by Medicaid, which is shouldered by the taxpayer.

Read the full bill text HERE.

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