HB2178

Allowing persons with felony drug convictions to receive benefits under the supplemental nutrition assistance program.

Introduced·1/30/25
Introduced Text

Allows persons with felony drug convictions to receive benefits under the supplemental nutrition assistance program.

This bill amends the eligibility requirements for the supplemental nutrition assistance program (SNAP) in Kansas to allow individuals with felony drug convictions to receive benefits. It modifies the criteria for disqualification from SNAP benefits, removing the specific exclusion for individuals convicted of a felony offense involving the possession or use of a controlled substance or controlled substance analog.

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Where it stands

Current
Welfare Reform Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

Feb 3, 2025

House

House Withdrawn from Committee on Child Welfare and Foster Care; Referred to Committee on Welfare Reform

Jan 30, 2025

House

House Introduced

Jan 30, 2025

House

House Referred to Committee on Child Welfare and Foster Care