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TN SB1911
TN SB1911AN 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 for federal grants and other federal funds available to the state through the federal summer electronic benefits transfer (SEBT) for children program during any year in which the program is offered, for the purpose of providing nutrition assistance through SEBT during the summer months for each eligible child. - Amends TCA Title 49 and Title 71.
AI Summary
This bill requires the state department to actively seek and accept federal grants and funds for the Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (SEBT) for children program, a federal initiative designed to provide nutrition assistance 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 (4)
Last Action
Sponsor(s) Added. (on 02/24/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB1911&ga=114 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/SB1911.pdf |
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