Bill > SB1780

This bill amends existing Arizona law regarding eligibility for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), a federal program that provides food assistance to low-income individuals and families. Specifically, it changes the requirements for individuals convicted of felony drug offenses to be eligible for SNAP. Previously, these individuals had to meet one of several criteria related to substance abuse treatment or be determined not to need treatment. This bill removes those treatment-related requirements and instead states that an individual convicted of such a felony may be eligible for SNAP if they are in compliance with all terms of their probation, which now explicitly includes any drug testing requirements. This change simplifies the eligibility criteria for individuals with felony drug convictions, focusing solely on their adherence to probation terms.

Health and Social Services

https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/85439