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TN HB2193

TN HB2193
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 71, relative to welfare.


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Introduced
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/05/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

114th General Assembly

Bill Summary

As introduced, prohibits the governor from making a decision regarding the option to not enroll or to disenroll this state in the summer electronic transfer benefits program, unless authorized by the general assembly. - Amends TCA Title 71.

AI Summary

This bill amends Tennessee law concerning welfare programs by adding a new section that restricts the governor's authority regarding the summer electronic benefits transfer program, which is a program provided by the Food and Nutrition Service, an agency of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, to help low-income families purchase food during the summer months when children may not have access to school meals. Specifically, the governor cannot decide to opt out of or withdraw the state from this program unless the General Assembly, Tennessee's legislative body, has first authorized such a decision through a joint resolution.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Assigned to s/c Health Subcommittee (on 02/05/2026)

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