SNAP Theft Protection Act of 2022
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (29 Nov 2022): Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition, Oversight, and Department Operations.
What this bill does
The SNAP Theft Protection Act of 2022, if enacted, would direct the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to create rules for states to identify when Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits have been stolen through identity theft or skimming. These rules would also allow for the replacement of those stolen benefits for eligible households. The USDA would be required to update these regulations over time to address new technologies and methods used for theft.
This bill specifically affects households that receive SNAP benefits and have those benefits stolen through identity theft or skimming. It aims to provide a mechanism for them to receive replacement benefits. The bill also mandates that the USDA submit reports to Congress detailing the prevalence of stolen benefits, potential improvements to Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards, and the value and number of benefits reissued annually.
Currently, the bill has been introduced in the House of Representatives and referred to the Committee on Agriculture. It has not yet progressed further in the legislative process. If it were to move forward, it would need to be passed by the House, then the Senate, and finally signed into law by the President.
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Official summary
SNAP Theft Protection Act of 2022
This bill directs the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to establish criteria for state agencies to identify Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits stolen by identity theft or typical skimming practices and provide for the reissuance of stolen SNAP benefits to households that meet such criteria.
USDA must periodically review and modify its regulations to take into account evolving technology and the threat landscape to better protect against theft.
Timeline
29 Nov 2022
Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition, Oversight, and Department Operations.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 9319 do?
- The SNAP Theft Protection Act of 2022, if enacted, would direct the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to create rules for states to identify when Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits have been stolen through identity theft or skimming. These rules would also allow for the replacement of those stolen benefits for eligible households. The USDA would be required to update these regulations over time to address new technologies and methods used for theft. This bill specifically affects households that receive SNAP benefits and have those benefits stolen through identity theft or skimming. It aims to provide a mechanism for them to receive replacement benefits. The bill also mandates that the USDA submit reports to Congress detailing the prevalence of stolen benefits, potential improvements to Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards, and the value and number of benefits reissued annually. Currently, the bill has been introduced in the House of Representatives and referred to the Committee on Agriculture. It has not yet progressed further in the legislative process. If it were to move forward, it would need to be passed by the House, then the Senate, and finally signed into law by the President.
- Has H.R. 9319 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 9319. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 9319?
- H.R. 9319 was sponsored by Rep. Ruppersberger, C. A. Dutch [D-MD-2] (D-MD), with 6 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 9319?
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition, Oversight, and Department Operations. (29 Nov 2022).
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