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IL HB0167

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/9/2019

Primary Sponsor

Thomas Bennett

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Origin

House of Representatives

101st General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Restricts Illinois LINK cards (electronic benefits transfer cards) to in-state transactions only for SNAP benefits and cash withdrawals
  • Requires federal approval before the restriction takes effect
  • Amends the Illinois Public Aid Code by adding Section 12-4.4a
  • Directs the Department of Human Services to adopt rules necessary to implement the restriction
  • Introduced by Rep. Thomas M. Bennett during the 101st General Assembly (2019-2020)

Legislative Description

DHS-LINK CARD-RESTRICTED USE

Last Action

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

3/29/2019

Committee Referrals

Rules3/29/2019
Public Benefits2/6/2019
Human Services1/29/2019
Rules1/9/2019

Full Bill Text

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