Introduced
by
To distribute food stamps to individuals on a twice-a-month basis, instead of monthly. Note: Some grocery stores have complained of monthly "boom/bust" cycles related to when food stamps are distributed.
Referred to the Committee on Families and Human Services
Reported without amendment
With the recommendation that the substitute (S-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.
Amendment offered
To lower from $150 to $100 the level of monthly food stamps that would allows a recipient's monthly food stamp grant to be split into two twice-per-month grants.
The amendment passed by voice vote
Passed in the Senate 35 to 2 (details)
To distribute food stamps to individuals on a twice-a-month basis, instead of monthly.
Referred to the Committee on Families and Childrens Services
Reported without amendment
Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.
Passed in the House 87 to 19 (details)
To distribute food stamps to individuals on a twice-a-month basis, instead of monthly.
