HB1518: SNAP Pre-Release

  • Status: Signed by governor
  • Position: Support
  • Bill Number: HB1518
  • Session: 2026 Legislative Session
  • Latest Update: May 26, 2026
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Summary

By 1/1/2028, requires the Department of Human Services, upon obtaining a federal waiver, to establish a pre-release Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) application process for inmates nearing release. Allows all individuals convicted of an offense involving the possession, use, or distribution of a controlled substance to apply for SNAP benefits, regardless of treatment status.

Companion: SB2417

Referral: HHS, JDC/WAM

Introducer(s): TARNAS, AMATO, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KUSCH, MARTEN, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA

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Sponsors:
TARNAS, AMATO, GRANDINETTI, ILAGAN, IWAMOTO, KEOHOKAPU-LEE LOY, KUSCH, MARTEN, PERRUSO, POEPOE, SOUZA, TAKAYAMA