A 4943
Establishes Stolen SNAP Benefits Replacement Fund in Department of Treasury, requires DHS to replace stolen SNAP benefits from fund, and appropriates $20 million to AOC.
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Bill overview
This bill establishes the Stolen SNAP Benefits Replacement Fund within the Department of Treasury to address fraudulent theft of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. It requires the Department of Human Services (DHS) to replace stolen benefits from this fund, prioritizing participants whose losses occurred after federal programs ceased replacing stolen benefits with federal funds. The bill also appropriates $20 million to the Administrative Office of the Courts to support a system for collecting a supplemental fee from defendants involved in related legal settlements.
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Primary sponsor
Jerry Walker
Cosponsor
Vincent Kearney
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