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TN SB1853
TN SB1853AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49 and Title 71, relative to food assistance.
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Introduced
01/21/2026
01/21/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, requires the department to apply, no later than January 1, 2027, for federal grants and other federal funds available to the state through the federal summer electronic benefits transfer (EBT) for children program for the purpose of providing nutrition assistance through EBT during the summer months for each eligible child. - Amends TCA Title 49 and Title 71.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that the state department, by January 1, 2027, must apply for federal grants and other available federal funding to implement the summer electronic benefits transfer (EBT) for children program. This program, established under federal law, aims to provide nutrition assistance through EBT cards to eligible children during the summer months when school is not in session, ensuring they have continued access to food.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Senate Health And Welfare Hearing (13:00:00 3/4/2026 Cordell Hull Building) (on 03/04/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB1853&ga=114 |
| Fiscal Note - HB1806 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/HB1806.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/SB1853.pdf |
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