SNAP Theft Protection Act of 2023

Bill 118 HR 205, also known as the SNAP Theft Protection Act of 2023, aims to address issues of fraud and abuse within the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives in the year 2023.

The main provisions of the bill include measures to strengthen the integrity of the SNAP program by implementing stricter penalties for individuals who commit fraud or abuse. This includes increasing fines and penalties for those who knowingly provide false information in order to receive benefits they are not entitled to.

Additionally, the bill seeks to improve the monitoring and oversight of SNAP benefits by requiring more frequent reviews of recipient eligibility and implementing measures to prevent duplicate benefits being issued to the same individual. Furthermore, the bill includes provisions to enhance cooperation between federal, state, and local agencies in order to better detect and prevent fraud within the program. This includes increased data sharing and coordination efforts to identify patterns of abuse and take action against those responsible. Overall, the SNAP Theft Protection Act of 2023 aims to protect the integrity of the SNAP program and ensure that benefits are being used appropriately by those who truly need them. It seeks to crack down on fraud and abuse in order to safeguard taxpayer dollars and ensure that the program is able to effectively serve those in need of assistance.