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HI SB512
Bill
AI Summary
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Removes the $10 per visit, per day cap on dollar-for-dollar matching funds provided to supplemental nutrition assistance program (SNAP) beneficiaries under the Hawaii Healthy Food Incentive Program, also known as the Double Up Food Bucks program.
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Expands eligible purchases under the program to include healthy proteins that are approved for SNAP, in addition to Hawaii-grown fresh fruits and vegetables.
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Allows matching funds to be used at farmers' markets, farm stands, mobile markets, community-supported agriculture sites, grocery stores, and other direct food retailers that participate in SNAP.
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Aims to increase access to healthy foods for low-income SNAP beneficiaries while supporting local farmers and keeping dollars in Hawaii's local economy.
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Takes effect upon approval.
Legislative Description
Relating To Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Incentives.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
Last Action
Act 177, on 07/02/2021 (Gov. Msg. No. 1305).
7/7/2021