PHOTO I.D. FOR SNAP RECIPIENTS.

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View NCGA Bill Details2011-2012 Session
Senate Bill 717 (Public) Filed Tuesday, April 19, 2011
REQUIRING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES TO ISSUE TO PARTICIPANTS IN THE SUPPLEMENTAL FOOD AND NUTRITION PROGRAM (SNAP) DEBIT CARDS THAT CONTAIN PHOTO IDENTIFICATION ON THE CARD.
Intro. by Mansfield.

Status: Re-ref Com On Health Care (Senate Action) (Jun 6 2011)
S 717

Bill Summaries:

  • Summary date: Apr 19 2011 - View Summary

    Amends GS 108A, Article 2, Part 5 (concerning food and nutrition services) to add section GS 108A-52.1 requiring the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) to issue recipients debit cards containing a color photograph and detailed identifying information, including a physical description, date of birth, and signature. Permits one additional individual, named on the card, to use the card on the recipient’s behalf, upon showing identification. Effective July 1, 2011.