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Introduced
12/17/2020
12/17/2020
In Committee
12/17/2020
12/17/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
To amend the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 to repeal provisions relating to the denial of benefits under the supplemental nutrition assistance program, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, the Removing Barriers to SNAP Act, seeks to amend the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 by repealing provisions that deny Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits to certain individuals. Specifically, the bill removes the restrictions that deny SNAP benefits to individuals convicted of drug-related felonies, allowing them to access this important food assistance program. The bill aims to address barriers to SNAP and improve access to this critical resource for individuals and families in need.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture. (on 12/17/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/9004/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr9004/BILLS-116hr9004ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr9004/BILLS-116hr9004ih.pdf.pdf |
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