S.1114: Food Stamp Fraud Reduction Act of 1995

About This Bill

  • This bill was introduced in the 104th Congress
  • This bill is primarily about economics and public finance
  • Introduced Aug. 2, 1995
  • Latest Major Action Aug. 2, 1995

Bill Summary

Food Stamp Fraud Reduction Act of 1995 - Amends the Food Stamp Act of 1977 to encourage and assist States to replace food stamp program coupons with an electronic benefits transfer (EBT) system. Sets forth EBT administrative and operating provisions, including: (1) phase-in periods and alternative transactions; (2) equipment assistance for food stores; (3) fees; (4) enforcement; (5) an EBT conversion fund; and (6) coordination with industry...

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture.
Aug. 2, 1995

Introduced in the Senate by Patrick J. Leahy (D-Vt.)

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