The bill amends the existing 1939 PA 280, which provides various forms of assistance to vulnerable populations in Michigan, by adding a new section, 14n. This section mandates that, within one year of the bill's effective date, the Department of Social Services must issue a chip-enabled Michigan bridge card to recipients of food and cash assistance benefits. The issuance of this card must comply with applicable industry standards set by the Accredited Standards Committee X9.

Additionally, the bill requires the Department to continuously upgrade the Michigan bridge card to incorporate any future enhanced security features that may complement or replace the chip-enabling technology. This initiative aims to improve the security and functionality of assistance benefits provided to eligible individuals in the state. The act is designed to take immediate effect upon approval.

Statutes affected:
Substitute (H-2): 400.1, 400.119
Substitute (H-4): 400.1, 400.119
House Introduced Bill: 400.1, 400.119
As Passed by the House: 400.1, 400.119
As Passed by the Senate: 400.1, 400.119
House Concurred Bill: 400.1, 400.119
Public Act: 400.1, 400.119
House Enrolled Bill: 400.1, 400.119