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TN HB1806

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/21/2026

Primary Sponsor

Johnny Shaw

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Origin

House of Representatives

114th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Requires the department to apply for federal Summer EBT for Children program funds established under 42 U.S.C. § 1762

  • Provides nutrition assistance through electronic benefits transfer during summer months when school is not in session

  • Targets eligible children who rely on school meals during the academic year

  • Application deadline set for no later than January 1, 2027

  • Takes effect immediately upon becoming law

Legislative Description

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49 and Title 71, relative to food assistance.

Human Services, Dept. of

Last Action

No Action Taken

3/10/2026

Committee Referrals

Health3/4/2026
Health Subcommittee2/25/2026
Health2/2/2026

Full Bill Text

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