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TX HB434
TX HB434Relating to creating a reimbursement program to reimburse certain supplemental nutrition assistance program recipients for the cost of certain food delivery service fees.
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Introduced
11/12/2024
11/12/2024
In Committee
02/28/2025
02/28/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/02/2025
06/02/2025
Introduced Session
89th Legislature Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT relating to creating a reimbursement program to reimburse certain supplemental nutrition assistance program recipients for the cost of certain food delivery service fees.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a food delivery fee reimbursement program for certain Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients, specifically targeting individuals who are 65 years or older or have a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission will develop a program that allows eligible recipients to receive financial assistance to cover delivery service fees when purchasing eligible food items. The program requires recipients to submit reimbursement requests through a prescribed method (online, mail, or in-person) and ensures that SNAP benefits themselves cannot be used to pay for delivery fees. The executive commissioner will create rules establishing a reimbursement methodology, which may include limits on the total reimbursement amount and the number of purchases eligible for reimbursement. Additionally, the program will only reimburse delivery fees for purchases that exclusively contain items eligible for SNAP benefits. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, and allows for potential delays in implementation if federal agency waivers or authorizations are required.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Human Services (on 02/28/2025)
Official Document
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=89R&Bill=HB434 |
BillText | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/89R/billtext/html/HB00434I.htm |
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