Hawaii HB1518 expands SNAP eligibility for convicted individuals and establishes a pre-release SNAP application process for inmates.

Hawaii HB1518 amends the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to allow all individuals convicted of offenses involving controlled substances to apply for SNAP benefits, regardless of treatment status. The bill also mandates the Department of Human Services to establish a pre-release SNAP application process for inmates scheduled for release. This process involves partnering with correctional facilities to identify eligible individuals, facilitating application completion, and ensuring benefits are available immediately upon release.

Hawaii HB1518 expands SNAP eligibility for convicted individuals and establishes a pre-release SNAP application process for inmates.

Hawaii HB1518 amends the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to allow all individuals convicted of offenses involving controlled substances to apply for SNAP benefits, regardless of treatment status. The bill also mandates the Department of Human Services to establish a pre-release SNAP application process for inmates scheduled for release. This process involves partnering with correctional facilities to identify eligible individuals, facilitating application completion, and ensuring benefits are available immediately upon release.