Bill Summary for S 717 (2011-2012)
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Apr 19 2011
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View NCGA Bill Details | 2011-2012 Session |
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.
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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.