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This bill amends Alaska state law to add new responsibilities for the Department of Education and Early Development regarding the Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (Summer EBT) program. Specifically, the bill requires the department to take all necessary actions to qualify for available federal funds for the Summer EBT program and to administer the program. The bill defines the Summer EBT program as the federal program authorized by 42 U.S.C. 1762, which is designed to provide additional nutrition benefits to children during the summer months when they are not receiving school meals. The legislation also authorizes the department to adopt regulations necessary to implement the Summer EBT program. By adding these provisions to the department's duties, the bill ensures that Alaska will actively participate in and manage this federal program aimed at supporting children's nutrition during school breaks.

Budget and Finance, Education

https://www.akleg.gov/basis/Bill/Detail/34?Root=SB13