An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Human Services Code, in public assistance, further providing for Assistance Recipient Identification Program and for administration of assistance and related functions.

Summary

The bill mandates that anyone currently receiving or applying for public assistance must join an identification program that places a photograph on their electronic benefit transfer card and may include a two‑digit fingerprint image. County human services boards must verify this photo ID before providing any assistance. The change is intended to improve verification and reduce fraud.

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