This bill aims to enhance the integrity and oversight of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in Oklahoma by directing the Department of Human Services (DHS) to implement various measures for verifying eligibility. Key provisions include entering into data-matching agreements with state agencies such as the Oklahoma Lottery Commission and the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission to monitor changes in household circumstances that may affect eligibility. The bill mandates that households receiving assistance report changes within ten days and prohibits categorical eligibility for noncash benefits unless required by federal law. Additionally, the DHS is tasked with conducting on-site inspections of retailers accepting EBT transactions to identify potential fraud.
Furthermore, the bill requires the DHS to publicly disclose quarterly data on noncompliance and fraud investigations related to SNAP, including the number of households investigated, improper payments, and funds recovered. This transparency aims to ensure accountability and provide the public with insights into the program's integrity. The act is set to take effect on November 1, 2025.