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SB1055Introduced in the Senate

Relating To The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.

IntroducedSenate Health and Human Services

Introduced by Karl Rhoads, District 13

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Requires the Department of Human Services to adjust the minimum certification periods for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits households, participate in the Elderly Simplified Application Project, and report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds to the Department of Human Services to improve Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program rates, including establishing additional positions.

Where it stands

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.

December 8, 2025

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Bill history

  1. Introduced.

  2. Passed First Reading.

  3. Referred to HHS, WAM.

  4. Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.

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