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PA HB1100
Bill
Status
6/26/2025
Primary Sponsor
Darisha Parker
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AI Summary
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Authorizes the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services to apply for a federal waiver allowing SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) recipients to use benefits to purchase diapers and menstrual hygiene products including tampons, sanitary napkins, and feminine wipes
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Authorizes the Department of Health to apply for a similar federal waiver for WIC (Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children) recipients
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Requires both departments to adopt rules and implement changes if their respective waivers are approved by the federal government
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Legislative Budget and Finance Committee must conduct a 3-year cost study and issue a report within 2 years of waiver implementation to the Governor and relevant legislative committees
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Takes effect 60 days after enactment
Legislative Description
In public assistance, providing for waiver to purchase diapers or menstrual hygiene products.
Last Action
Referred to Health & Human Services
6/30/2025