GA SB312

Food stamp applicants in Georgia would be required to engage in professional development activities provided or approved by the Department of Human Services, including working toward a GED, pursuing technical education, attending self-development classes, or enrolling in adult literacy programs.

Exemptions apply to individuals under 16 or over 59, those with developmental disabilities or physical/mental unfitness for employment, caretakers of children under 6 or incapacitated adults, primary caregivers of children under 12, those employed at least 30 hours per week, students enrolled at least half-time, those in drug/alcohol treatment programs, and unemployment insurance recipients.

The Department of Human Services must first conduct a pilot program in five designated counties before statewide implementation to determine the most beneficial manner of carrying out the requirements.

The Act's effectiveness is contingent on the legislature specifically appropriating funds for its implementation in a separate appropriations act referencing this bill.