IndianaIndiana would test benefit kiosks for balance checks and applications
The family resources division would run a temporary kiosk pilot where people can check SNAP or TANF balances and apply for cards or benefits, with in-person verification for benefit applications.
What it does
People could use pilot kiosks to check SNAP or TANF balances, apply for a new EBT card, or apply for benefits. Benefit applications would still require in-person verification.
The division director would report on how well the kiosks work and recommend whether to use them more widely.
Argument forPeople might find it easier to check benefit balances or apply for a new EBT card through a kiosk.
Argument againstPeople applying for SNAP or TANF might still need an in-person conversation, so a kiosk would not complete the application by itself.
More detail
The Division of Family Resources would develop and deploy electronic kiosks for a pilot program. A person could use a kiosk to check their SNAP or TANF account balance, apply for a new EBT card, or apply for SNAP or TANF benefits. People applying for benefits must verify their application through in-person communication with the division. If enacted, the section would take effect July 1, 2026, and expire January 1, 2029.
The division director would report on the kiosks and recommend whether to use them more widely. The director of the Division of Family Resources would send the report to the Secretary of Family and Social Services. The report must include any recommendations the director has for changes to improve how well the kiosks work. The director must issue the written report no later than December 31, 2028.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Jan 8Authored by Representative SummersLatest
- Jan 8First reading: referred to Committee on Family, Children and Human AffairsIntroduced