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Food Assistance for Individuals with Drug Offenses and Releasing from Incarceration

The RESTORE Act of 2025 aims to allow individuals with drug offense convictions to receive benefits from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Additionally, individuals scheduled for release from incarceration within 30 days will be included in SNAP household definitions, facilitating their reintegration into society and access to basic necessities.
Key points
Individuals with past drug convictions will be eligible for SNAP food benefits, which was often previously restricted.
State laws limiting SNAP eligibility based on controlled substance offenses will be nullified.
Individuals within 30 days of release from incarceration can be included in SNAP applications, aiding their transition.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5223
Sponsor: Rep. Cohen, Steve [D-TN-9]
Process start date: 2025-09-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

RESTORE Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5223.

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 2025-09-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Individuals with past drug convictions will be eligible for SNAP food benefits, which was often previously restricted.
  • State laws limiting SNAP eligibility based on controlled substance offenses will be nullified.
  • Individuals within 30 days of release from incarceration can be included in SNAP applications, aiding their transition.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Cohen, Steve [D-TN-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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.

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