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AZ SB1698
Bill
Status
2/5/2024
Primary Sponsor
Sally Gonzales
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AI Summary
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Amends Arizona law to allow individuals convicted of drug-related felonies to be eligible for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) if they meet specific criteria.
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Removes the requirement for random drug testing as a condition for SNAP eligibility for convicted individuals.
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Establishes eligibility based on: completing substance abuse treatment, being enrolled in treatment, participating in treatment, receiving a determination from a licensed medical provider that treatment is not needed, or being in compliance with all probation terms including drug testing.
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Removes provisions requiring felony convictions to have occurred after August 22, 1996 to qualify for SNAP eligibility.
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Requires the state department to adopt rules on drug testing that impose more frequent testing for offenses occurring within 24 months of the SNAP application date.
Legislative Description
SNAP eligibility; probation compliance.
Welfare - Title 46
Last Action
Senate read second time
2/6/2024