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Opportunity To Address College Hunger Act

This bill amends the Higher Education Act of 1965 to require institutions of higher education to notify students participating in State or federally financed work-study programs about their potential eligibility for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The notification must include an official document confirming the student's status, which serves as sufficient evidence to demonstrate an exclusion from SNAP ineligibility.
Key points
Institutions must send electronic notifications to work-study students regarding potential SNAP eligibility.
The notification is required to include an official document confirming the student's eligibility status for SNAP purposes.
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Print number: 118_S_2881
Sponsor: Sen. Padilla, Alex [D-CA]
Process start date: 2023-09-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Opportunity To Address College Hunger Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2881.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-09-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Institutions must send electronic notifications to work-study students regarding potential SNAP eligibility.
  • The notification is required to include an official document confirming the student's eligibility status for SNAP purposes.
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 Sen. Padilla, Alex [D-CA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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