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HB2178: Allowing persons with felony drug convictions to receive benefits under the supplemental nutrition assistance program.
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Plain-Language Summary
This bill allows people who have been convicted of a felony drug-related crime to receive food assistance through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
Who This Affects
This affects individuals and families in Kansas who are struggling with food insecurity due to prior felony drug convictions. It could help them access essential nutrition.
Key Provisions
• Allows persons with felony drug convictions to receive SNAP benefits
• Does not specify any additional requirements or restrictions for these individuals
• Referred to the Committee on Welfare Reform for further consideration
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Timeline
Introduced
Wednesday, January 29, 2025
Last Action
House Withdrawn from Committee on Child Welfare and Foster Care; Referred to Committee on Welfare Reform
Feb 2, 2025
Sponsors
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