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Introduced
01/21/2025
01/21/2025
In Committee
01/21/2025
01/21/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/24/2025
04/24/2025
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Social service benefit kiosk pilot program. Requires the division of family resources (division) of the office of the secretary of family and social services to establish a pilot program under which the division develops, deploys, and determines the effectiveness of electronic kiosks that allow an individual to do any of the following: (1) Determine the balance remaining in the individual's SNAP or TANF account. (2) Apply to the office of the secretary for a new EBT card. (3) Apply for SNAP or TANF benefits, subject to verification through in person communication with the division.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a social service benefit kiosk pilot program through the division of family resources, which will deploy electronic kiosks in Indiana to help individuals interact with their public assistance benefits. Specifically, the kiosks will allow people to check the balance of their SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) or TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) accounts, apply for a new Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card, and submit applications for SNAP or TANF benefits, with the understanding that benefit applications will require subsequent in-person verification. The bill defines key terms such as the division of family resources, EBT card, and the relevant government positions, and mandates that by December 31, 2027, the division's director must submit a written report evaluating the kiosks' effectiveness and providing recommendations for potential wider implementation. The pilot program is set to run from July 1, 2025, until January 1, 2028, after which the section of law establishing the program will expire.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
First reading: referred to Committee on Family, Children and Human Affairs (on 01/21/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2025/bills/house/1648/details |
| BillText | https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2025/house/bills/HB1648/HB1648.01.INTR.pdf |
| Fiscal Note #1: Introduced | https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2025/house/bills/HB1648/fiscal-notes/HB1648.01.INTR.FN001.pdf |
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