❌ HB174
Enact the No Hungry Families Act
Summary
The bill establishes a program to refund Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for households that have been victims of electronic theft or fraud, specifically for incidents occurring on or after December 21, 2024. Households can apply for replacement benefits within specified timelines, and the program limits the amount of benefits replaced to either the amount stolen or up to two months' worth of the household's monthly allotment. The bill also outlines the application process and eligibility criteria for receiving these benefits.
Rationale
The bill expands government intervention in welfare programs and creates a new entitlement, which conflicts with the Libertarian principles of limited government and personal responsibility. Both the LP and LPO platforms emphasize minimal government involvement in economic matters and advocate for individual rights over state assistance programs.
Risks and Concerns
- Increased government dependency on welfare programs
- Potential for fraud in the application process
- Expansion of government bureaucracy