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SB 1180 TANF; restrictions on use of cash assistance, not to access cash through electronic transaction.

Introduced by: Bryce E. Reeves | all patrons    ...    notes | add to my profiles | history

SUMMARY AS PASSED:

TANF; restrictions on use of cash assistance. Prohibits the use of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families benefits in any electronic benefit transaction (i) for the purchase of alcoholic beverages, tobacco products, lottery tickets, or sexually explicit visual materials or (ii) in any government store established for the sale of alcoholic beverages, establishment in which pari-mutuel wagering or charitable gaming is conducted, establishment in which tattooing or body-piercing is performed for hire or consideration, or adult entertainment establishment in which performers appear nude or partially nude. This bill is identical to HB 1577.

SUMMARY AS INTRODUCED:

TANF; restrictions on use of cash benefits. Provides that recipients of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families shall not access cash benefits through use of an electronic benefit transfer transaction in any government store established for the sale of alcoholic beverages; any casino, gambling casino, or gaming establishment in which pari-mutuel wagering or charitable gaming is conducted; or adult entertainment establishment in which performers or other individuals associated with the business disrobe or appear nude or partially nude.