HB 5306 Summary

• Requires expedited supplemental nutrition assistance program (SNAP) eligibility determinations for domestic violence victims and provides temporary benefits for at least 90 days before redetermining eligibility.

• Excludes income of spouses, domestic partners, or household members credibly accused of domestic violence when calculating SNAP benefits and allows allegations to be substantiated per section 17b-112a.

• Waives income standards for domestic violence victims applying for child care subsidies for at least 90 days and establishes victims as priority intake group for child care services.

• Waives income standards for domestic violence victims applying for cash assistance for at least 90 days and excludes income of accused household members during this period.

• Implements federal SNAP requirements including vehicle evaluation provisions and standard utility allowance calculations without prorating for shared utilities.