Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session Status: In Committee 1 R cosponsors

HB 2382 — Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP); Department of Human Services; agreements; reviews; report; eligibility; exception; standards; information; codification; effective date.

Last action — Referred to Appropriations and Budget Human Services Subcommittee

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This bill is in committee in the House. Introduced February 03, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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Bill Text

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259 added · 142 removed

Plain-language change summary

The amendment to HB 2382 removes the original language of the bill and replaces it with entirely new content focused on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). This change means that the bill will direct the Department of Human Services to implement specific measures for verifying eligibility, such as entering data-matching agreements with other state agencies. This is important because it aims to ensure that only eligible households receive assistance, potentially improving the program's integrity and efficiency.

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STATE OF OKLAHOMA 1st Session of the 60th Legislature (2025) HOUSE BILL 2382 By:
HB2382 SUBPCS1 Brian Hill-CMA 2/19/2025 2:48:57 pm COMMITTEE AMENDMENT HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES State of Oklahoma SPEAKER:
Hill 5 AS INTRODUCED An Act relating to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP);
CHAIR:
I move to amend HB2382 Of the printed Bill Page Section Lines Of the Engrossed Bill By deleting the content of the entire measure, and by inserting in lieu thereof the following language:
AMEND TITLE TO CONFORM TO AMENDMENTS Amendment submitted by:
Brian Hill Adopted:
_____________________________ ______________________Reading Clerk___ STATE OF OKLAHOMA 1st Session of the 60th Legislature (2025) PROPOSED SUBCOMMITTEE SUBSTITUTE FOR HOUSE BILL NO.
2382 By:
Hill 6 8 PROPOSED SUBCOMMITTEE SUBSTITUTE An Act relating to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program;
enacting the Making Oklahoma Kids Healthy Again Act;
declaring findings of the legislature;
directing the Department to submit a request;
providing information the request shall contain;
directing request to be submitted within certain amount of time;
directing the Department to carry out certain tasks, directing the Department to submit annual report;
providing for noncodification;
NEW LAW A new section of law not to be codified in the Oklahoma Statutes reads as follows:
Req.
No.
12393 Page 1 This act shall be known and may be cited as the "Making Oklahoma Kids Healthy Again Act".
SECTION 2.
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To the extent the data may not be verified upon receipt, the Department of Human Services shall make referrals for further investigation to identify households with winnings equal to or greater than the resource limit for elderly or disabled households, as defined in 7 C.F.R., Section 273.8(b), b.
To the extent the data may not be verified upon receipt, the Department of Human Services shall make referrals for further investigation to identify households with winnings equal to or greater than the resource limit for elderly or disabled households, as defined in 7 C.F.R., Section 273.8(b), Req.
on at least a monthly basis, the Department of Human Services shall receive and review information from the State Department of Health concerning individuals in households enrolled in SNAP that indicates a change in circumstances that may affect eligibility for food stamps, including, but not limited to, death records, c.
on at least a quarterly basis, the Department of Human Services shall receive and review information from the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission concerning individuals in households enrolled in SNAP that indicates a change in circumstances that may affect Req.
11470 Page 2 eligibility for assistance, including, but not limited to, changes in employment or wages, d.
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on at least a monthly basis, the Department of Human Services shall receive and review information from the State Department of Health concerning individuals in households enrolled in SNAP that indicates a change in circumstances that may affect eligibility for food stamps, including, but not limited to, death records, c.
on at least a quarterly basis, the Department of Human Services shall receive and review information from the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission concerning individuals in households enrolled in SNAP that indicates a change in circumstances that may affect eligibility for assistance, including, but not limited to, changes in employment or wages, d.
on at least a quarterly basis, the Department of Human Services shall receive and review information from the Oklahoma Tax Commission concerning individuals in households enrolled in SNAP that indicates a change in circumstances that may affect eligibility for assistance, including, but not limited to, potential changes in income, wages, or residency as identified by tax records, f.
on at least a quarterly basis, the Department of Human Services shall receive and review information from the Oklahoma Tax Commission concerning individuals in Req.
on at least a monthly basis, the Department of Human Services shall receive and review information from the Department of Corrections concerning individuals in households enrolled in SNAP that indicates a change in circumstances that may affect eligibility;
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12393 Page 3 households enrolled in SNAP that indicates a change in circumstances that may affect eligibility for assistance, including, but not limited to, potential changes in income, wages, or residency as identified by tax records, and f.
on at least a monthly basis, the Department of Human Services shall receive and review information from the Department of Corrections concerning individuals in households enrolled in SNAP that indicates a change in circumstances that may affect eligibility;
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earned income information, death register information, incarceration records, supplemental security income information, beneficiary records, earnings information, and pension information maintained by the United States Social Security Administration, b.
earned income information, death register information, incarceration records, supplemental security income information, beneficiary records, earnings Req.
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12393 Page 4 information, and pension information maintained by the United States Social Security Administration, b.
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Categorical eligibility exempting households from such gross income standards requirements shall not be granted for any noncash, in-kind, or other benefit, unless expressly required by federal law.
Categorical eligibility exempting households from such gross income standards requirements shall not be granted for any Req.
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The Department of Human Services shall, with all necessary coordination with appropriate law enforcement authorities, including, but not limited to, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Office of the Attorney General, the Office of Inspector General, and local law enforcement entities, conduct an on-site inspection of authorized retailers which accept EBT card transactions to identify suspicious transaction records or amounts indicating possible trafficking of benefits or other criminal conduct and make referrals for proper investigations under applicable law.
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12393 Page 5 noncash, in-kind, or other benefit, unless expressly required by federal law.
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The Department of Human Services shall, with all necessary coordination with appropriate law enforcement authorities, including, but not limited to, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Office of the Attorney General, the Office of Inspector General, and local law enforcement entities, conduct an on-site inspection of authorized retailers which accept Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card transactions to identify suspicious transaction records or amounts indicating possible trafficking of benefits or other criminal conduct and make referrals for proper investigations under applicable law.
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monies recovered, e.
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SECTION 2.
SECTION 3.
NEW LAW A new section of law not to be codified in the Oklahoma Statutes reads as follows:
The Legislature finds that:
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The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) was created to provide nutritional support to low-income individuals and families to reduce food insecurity;
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A significant portion of SNAP funds is currently spent on nonnutritive items such as soft drinks and candy, which contribute to obesity, diabetes, and other chronic diseases, disproportionately affecting low-income communities;
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The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has documented that sugar-sweetened beverages are among the most commonly purchased items using SNAP benefits, undermining the program’s goal of promoting healthier food choices;
and 4.
Reducing the purchase of nonnutritive food items with SNAP benefits will enhance public health, reduce long-term healthcare costs, and align the program with its original purpose of improving food security through nutritious food access.
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12393 Page 7 SECTION 4.
NEW LAW A new section of law to be codified in the Oklahoma Statutes as Section 241.6 of Title 56, unless there is created a duplication in numbering, reads as follows:
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The Oklahoma Department of Human Services is hereby directed to submit a request to the United States Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service for a waiver to exclude the following categories of items from being eligible for purchase using Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits within the state of Oklahoma:
1.
Candy, as defined in Section 1352 of Title 68 of the Oklahoma Statutes;
and 2.
Soft drinks, as defined in Section 1352 of Title 68 of the Oklahoma Statutes.
B.
The waiver request shall include:
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Justification for excluding candy and soft drinks from SNAP purchases based on public health and economic impacts;
2.
A proposed implementation plan, including retailer compliance, participant education, and enforcement mechanisms;
and 3.
Any additional supporting data demonstrating the need for this reform.
SECTION 5.
NEW LAW A new section of law to be codified in the Oklahoma Statutes as Section 241.7 of Title 56, unless there is created a duplication in numbering, reads as follows:
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Upon federal approval of the waiver request, the Oklahoma Department of Human Services shall:
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Develop and issue guidance to retailers authorized by the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) regarding the exclusion of candy and soft drinks from eligible purchases;
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Conduct public outreach and education efforts to inform SNAP recipients about the change and encourage healthier purchasing choices;
3.
Partner with public health agencies and community organizations to support nutrition education and access to affordable, healthy food options;
and 4.
Monitor and enforce compliance with the waiver requirements among participating retailers.
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The Department shall submit an annual report to the Governor, the President Pro Tempore of the Oklahoma State Senate, and the Speaker of the Oklahoma House of Representatives detailing:
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The implementation status of the waiver;
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Any challenges encountered in enforcement and compliance;
and 3.
The public health and economic impacts observed as a result of this policy change.
SECTION 6.
60-1-11470 CMA 12/31/24 Req.
60-1-12393 CMA 02/19/25 Req.
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12393 Page 9 2 4 6 8 Req.
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Action History

  1. Referred to Appropriations and Budget Human Services Subcommittee

  2. Referred to Appropriations and Budget

  3. Withdrawn from Rules Committee

  4. Second Reading referred to Rules

  5. Authored by Representative Hill

  6. First Reading

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HB 2382 is sponsored by Brian Hill (Republican).
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