Amends TCA Title 49 and Title 71.
Tennessee SB1853 mandates the Department of Human Services to apply for federal grants and funds from the federal summer electronic benefits transfer (EBT) for children program by January 1, 2027. This bill aims to provide nutrition assistance through EBT during the summer months for eligible children in the state. The key provision requires the state to actively seek federal resources to support child nutrition initiatives during the summer.
Tennessee SB1853 mandates the Department of Human Services to apply for federal grants and funds from the federal summer electronic benefits transfer (EBT) for children program by January 1, 2027. This bill aims to provide nutrition assistance through EBT during the summer months for eligible children in the state. The key provision requires the state to actively seek federal resources to support child nutrition initiatives during the summer.
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Yarbro, Jeff
114th General Assembly
January 21, 2026
April 1, 2026
Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Health and Welfare Committee