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MS HB1634

Bill

Official Source

Status

Failed

2/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Lance Varner

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires Mississippi SNAP recipients ages 18-59 without children under 18 in the home to participate in an employment and training program if determined eligible by the Department of Human Services
  • Exemptions are available for qualifying individuals, though specific exemption criteria are determined by the department
  • Prohibits the Department of Human Services from seeking, applying for, or accepting waivers of federal work requirements under 7 USC Section 2015(o), except during declared natural disasters
  • Effective date is July 1, 2026
  • Amends Section 43-12-19 of the Mississippi Code of 1972

Legislative Description

SNAP benefits; require certain recipients of to participate in an employment and training program.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Accountability, Efficiency, Transparency1/19/2026

Full Bill Text

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