SB85

In fiscal provisions relating to public assistance, providing for distribution of SNAP benefits.

Introduced·1/22/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania SB85 amends the Human Services Code to establish a uniform twenty-day monthly distribution schedule for SNAP benefits.

Pennsylvania SB85 amends the Human Services Code to mandate the development and implementation of guidelines for a uniform twenty-day monthly distribution schedule for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. The bill requires the department to create these guidelines within one year of the act's effective date. The distribution date may be tiered to mitigate hardships and must remain consistent regardless of county changes in residence, potentially using the first letter of the recipient's last name to determine the date. This act takes effect immediately.

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Where it stands

Current
Health & Human Services Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 22, 2025

Senate

Referred to Health & Human Services