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Permanent Elimination of SNAP Benefit Transaction Fees

This act aims to permanently eliminate fees charged to individuals using the SNAP program (food assistance), meaning beneficiaries will no longer have to pay for using their cards. Additionally, it requires that technologies used for benefit transactions are secure and up-to-date with the latest standards, protecting citizens' funds. These changes are set to take effect on October 1, 2023.
Key points
No more SNAP card fees: Individuals receiving food assistance will no longer pay any transaction fees when using their benefit cards.
Increased fund security: Technologies used for SNAP benefit processing must be regularly reviewed and updated to ensure protection against fraud.
Infrastructure support: The act provides for covering costs related to modernizing the systems that handle benefits, aiming to improve their efficiency.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_4103
Sponsor: Rep. Brown, Shontel M. [D-OH-11]
Process start date: 2023-06-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Ensuring Fee-Free Benefit Transactions Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4103.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-06-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • No more SNAP card fees: Individuals receiving food assistance will no longer pay any transaction fees when using their benefit cards.
  • Increased fund security: Technologies used for SNAP benefit processing must be regularly reviewed and updated to ensure protection against fraud.
  • Infrastructure support: The act provides for covering costs related to modernizing the systems that handle benefits, aiming to improve their efficiency.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Brown, Shontel M. [D-OH-11].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition, Foreign Agriculture, and Horticulture.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Benefits Economy