SB 80
Requiring user photo on EBT cards
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- Passed Senate
- Passed House of Delegates
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill would require a photograph of the cardholder to be printed on all Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards issued in West Virginia. The goal is to help combat fraud associated with the EBT program. The bill initially requires a study on the feasibility of implementing this change, including addressing operational issues and ensuring continued access for recipients and their designated users. The photo requirement would take effect starting June 1, 2026.
Key provisions
- Requires a photograph to be printed on all West Virginia EBT cards.
- Establishes a study on the feasibility of implementing photo EBT cards.
- Addresses operational issues related to implementation, including access for recipients and designated users.
- Sets a start date of June 1, 2026, for the photo requirement.
Who is affected
- West Virginia residents receiving EBT benefits
- The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources
- The Legislative Oversight Committee on Health and Human Resources Accountability
- EBT cardholders
Notable changes
- Introduces a photographic identification requirement for EBT cards.
- Adds a reporting requirement to the Legislative Oversight Committee regarding the feasibility of the change.
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