Allows offenders convicted of felony drug offenses to access supplemental nutrition assistance program benefits.

Missouri HB2835 allows individuals convicted of felony offenses involving possession, distribution, or use of a controlled substance to be exempt from the prohibition against eligibility for the supplemental nutrition assistance program. This exemption applies if the individual is participating in a substance abuse treatment program, has completed such a program, or has demonstrated sobriety through urinalysis testing. The bill also specifies that the exemption does not apply to individuals with two subsequent felony offenses involving controlled substances.

Allows offenders convicted of felony drug offenses to access supplemental nutrition assistance program benefits.

Missouri HB2835 allows individuals convicted of felony offenses involving possession, distribution, or use of a controlled substance to be exempt from the prohibition against eligibility for the supplemental nutrition assistance program. This exemption applies if the individual is participating in a substance abuse treatment program, has completed such a program, or has demonstrated sobriety through urinalysis testing. The bill also specifies that the exemption does not apply to individuals with two subsequent felony offenses involving controlled substances.