AR HB1251

Changes Arkansas Code § 20-76-409 from "Disqualification and sanction" to "Opt out," removing previous penalties for individuals with felony drug distribution or manufacture convictions.

Eliminates the ban on assistance for individuals convicted of felony drug manufacturing or distribution offenses under Title IV Social Security Act programs, state assistance programs, and food stamp programs.

Removes the requirement to reduce transitional employment assistance to family members of ineligible individuals and eliminates the separate calculation method for food stamp benefits.

Removes the requirement for clear notice of disqualification provisions in personal responsibility agreements.

Arkansas opts out of Section 115 of the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (Pub. L. No. 104-193).