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Sponsor introduces RS to add photo ID to new EBT cards, citing fraud concerns
Summary
Representative Jordan Redmond introduced RS32096 to require photographic identification on new EBT (SNAP) cards and to direct the Department of Health & Welfare to develop a replacement strategy; committee members raised questions about federal funding, enforcement, and accommodations for disabled recipients.
Representative Jordan Redmond asked the committee to introduce RS32096, a proposal that would require the Idaho Department of Health & Welfare to place a photographic identification on new electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards and develop a strategy to replace current cards.
Redmond said the intent is to add accountability and reduce fraud and misuse, ensuring benefits reach those who applied for them rather than being sold or otherwise misused.
Committee members raised several…
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