New York S08130 allows for the reissuance of SNAP benefits in cases of fraud or theft.

New York S08130 amends the social services law to authorize the reissuance of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits in cases of fraud or theft. The bill specifies that replacement assistance should be provided within five days of a signed statement documenting the theft. The replacement amount is the lesser of the stolen benefits or two months' worth of benefits. The bill also exempts replacement assistance from recoupment and recovery provisions.

New York S08130 allows for the reissuance of SNAP benefits in cases of fraud or theft.

New York S08130 amends the social services law to authorize the reissuance of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits in cases of fraud or theft. The bill specifies that replacement assistance should be provided within five days of a signed statement documenting the theft. The replacement amount is the lesser of the stolen benefits or two months' worth of benefits. The bill also exempts replacement assistance from recoupment and recovery provisions.