House Bill 1835, also known as Senate Bill 1911, amends Tennessee Code Annotated to enhance food assistance for children during the summer months. The bill introduces a new section in Title 71, Chapter 5, Part 3, which mandates that in any year when the Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (SEBT) program is available, the state department must apply for and accept federal grants and funds associated with the SEBT program. This initiative aims to provide nutrition assistance to eligible children when schools are not in session, ensuring they have continued access to food.

The bill emphasizes the importance of federal support in addressing food insecurity among children during the summer, a critical time when school meal programs are unavailable. By requiring the state to actively seek out and utilize these federal resources, the legislation seeks to bolster the nutritional safety net for children in Tennessee. The act is set to take effect upon becoming law, highlighting its urgency in addressing public welfare needs.