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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
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 prohibits the governor from deciding to opt out of or withdraw the state from the summer electronic benefits transfer program, which is a program provided by the Food and Nutrition Service, an agency of the United States Department of Agriculture, unless the General Assembly specifically authorizes such a decision through a joint resolution. The summer electronic benefits transfer program, often referred to as "summer EBT," is designed to provide food assistance to low-income children during the summer months when they may not have access to school meals.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Health and Welfare Committee (on 02/05/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/Default?BillNumber=SB2494&ga=114 |
| Fiscal Note - HB2193 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/HB2193.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/SB2494.pdf |
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