Enact the Enhanced Cybersecurity for SNAP Act of 2025
What changed between versions
The act's effective year was changed from 2025 to 2026 to align with the current legislative session.
Added a mandate that all new EBT cards issued must be chip-enabled and meet federal security standards.
Required the state to verify specific data points, including identity, citizenship, and social security numbers, before certifying benefits.
Created a new provision allowing households in immediate need to receive benefits within 24 hours if eligibility is confirmed through an additional external source.
Authorized the department to share information with the Department of Public Safety for fraud investigations and to refer suspected fraud cases for administrative hearings or criminal investigation.
Mandated the creation of a website mechanism allowing recipients to report suspected fraudulent transactions.
Allocated $3 million total ($2.25M General Revenue Fund and $750K Federal Fund) to support the transition to chip-enabled EBT cards.
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