H4401

South Carolina EBT Fraud Reimbursement and Economic Protection Act

Introduced·4/23/25
Introduced Text

Establishes a reimbursement program for SNAP beneficiaries in South Carolina who are victims of EBT card theft.

The South Carolina EBT Fraud Reimbursement and Economic Protection Act establishes a reimbursement program for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) beneficiaries in South Carolina who are victims of electronic benefit transfer card theft. The program reimburses up to eighty percent of any lost benefits, subject to annual appropriations and a statewide reimbursement cap tied to SNAP enrollment figures. The Department of Social Services administers the EBT Fraud Reimbursement Fund, which issues temporary replacement EBT credits for verified stolen benefits.

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History

Apr 23, 2025

House

Introduced and read first time

Apr 23, 2025

House

Referred to Committee on Ways and Means