This bill proposes to amend current statutes regarding the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) by adding a new section that restricts the Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES) from seeking or renewing waivers of work requirements for able-bodied adults without dependents. Specifically, the bill stipulates that DES can only pursue such waivers if they are mandated by federal law or explicitly authorized by state law. This change aims to tighten the conditions under which work requirement waivers can be applied for, ensuring that any such actions are closely regulated.

Additionally, the bill prohibits DES from exercising the state's option to provide exemptions from the federal work requirement unless these exemptions are authorized by state law. This amendment seeks to eliminate any ambiguity regarding the authority of DES in granting exemptions, thereby reinforcing the requirement for legislative approval before any exemptions can be enacted. Overall, the bill aims to enhance oversight and control over the administration of work requirements within the SNAP program in Arizona.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 46-232