Amends GS 108A-25.2 to exempt an individual who has been convicted of a drug related felony from the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 if the individual can show: (1) they completed a substance abuse treatment program while in custody, or immediately after conviction if not in custody; or (2) are in continuous active participation in a required substance abuse treatment program. This exemption allows the individual to obtain assistance from the Work First Program and the food and nutrition services program.
Effective January 1, 2026.
PUBLIC SAFETY THROUGH FOOD ACCESS ACT.
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AN ACT TO ALLOW THE STATE TO FULLY OPT-OUT OF THE PROHIBITION ON FOOD AND NUTRITION SERVICES AND TEMPORARY ASSISTANCE FOR NEEDY FAMILIES (TANF) BENEFITS FOR INDIVIDUALS CONVICTED OF FELONIES TO BETTER ENABLE THOSE INDIVIDUALS TO LIVE SUCCESSFUL, PRODUCTIVE LIVES.Intro. by Burgin, Mayfield, Mohammed.
Status: Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate (Senate action) (Mar 26 2025)
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Tue, 25 Mar 2025 Senate: Filed(link is external)
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Wed, 26 Mar 2025 Senate: Passed 1st Reading(link is external)
S 564
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Bill S 564 (2025-2026)Summary date: Mar 27 2025 - View Summary
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