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US HR6005

US HR6005
Fairness for Victims of SNAP Skimming Act of 2023


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Introduced
10/19/2023
In Committee
01/18/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025

Introduced Session

118th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023, to expand the replacement of stolen EBT benefits under the supplemental nutrition assistance program.

AI Summary

This bill, the Fairness for Victims of SNAP Skimming Act of 2023, aims to amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023 to expand the replacement of stolen benefits under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), also known as food stamps. Specifically, the bill requires that the replacement of stolen benefits be equal to the full amount stolen from the household, removing previous language that allowed for a partial replacement. This change is intended to provide more comprehensive relief to SNAP recipients who have had their benefits stolen, ensuring they receive the full value of the stolen assistance.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition, Foreign Agriculture, and Horticulture. (on 01/18/2024)

Bill Topics

Agriculture
  • ‐ Food and Nutrition Programs

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Document Type Source Location Created
State Bill Page https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/6005/all-info 10/20/2023
BillText https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr6005/BILLS-118hr6005ih.pdf 11/07/2023
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