HB1999
To Require The Secretary Of The Department Of Education To Provide Information Regarding The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program To Certain Students.
Last Action (May 5, 2025): Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
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AI-Generated Summary
House Bill 1999 requires the Arkansas Secretary of the Department of Education to provide information about the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to specific students. This mandate applies to students who have submitted a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and have a zero or negative student aid index. The provided information must include details regarding potential eligibility for SNAP, the application process for the program, and contact information for the Department of Human Services. The Secretary of the Department of Education is directed to consult with the Secretary of the Department of Human Services to create these communication materials in both written and electronic formats. The bill aims to ensure that financially vulnerable students are aware of available federal food assistance resources.
Potential Impact Analysis
Who Might Benefit?
The primary beneficiaries are low-income college students who have submitted a FAFSA and possess a zero or negative student aid index, as they will receive direct information regarding their potential eligibility for federal nutrition assistance.
Who Might Suffer?
The bill may place a slight administrative burden on the Department of Education and the Department of Human Services, as they are required to coordinate and develop new communication materials to reach the targeted student population.
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