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NC H762
Bill
Status
4/15/2019
Primary Sponsor
Joe Queen
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AI Summary
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Repeals G.S. 108A-51.1, which prohibited the Department of Health and Human Services from seeking time-limit waivers for able-bodied adults without dependents under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
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Allows North Carolina to apply for federal waivers to temporarily suspend time-limit requirements for SNAP benefits in areas with insufficient job availability
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Targets relief to specific populations including veterans, youth aging out of foster care, and underemployed workers unable to find sufficient work hours
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Cites economic hardship in rural North Carolina counties with more job seekers than available positions, particularly in eastern counties affected by Hurricane Florence
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Takes effect upon becoming law
Legislative Description
Nutritional Assistance for Employment Deserts
Last Action
Ref to the Com on Health, if favorable, Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House
4/16/2019