SECTION 1. Chapter 118E is hereby amended by adding after section 78 the following 12 sections:-
Section 79. The division on at least a monthly basis, shall receive and review information from the state lottery commission concerning individuals that indicates a change in circumstances that may affect eligibility, including but not limited to changes in income or resources.
Section 80. On at least a monthly basis, the division shall receive and review information from the registry of vital records and statistics concerning individuals enrolled that indicates a change in circumstances that may affect eligibility.
Section 81. On at least a quarterly basis, the division shall receive and review information from the department of unemployment assistance concerning individuals enrolled that indicates a change in circumstances that may affect eligibility, including but not limited to changes in employment or wages.
Section 82. On at least a quarterly basis, the division shall receive and review information from the department of transitional assistance concerning individuals enrolled that indicates a change in circumstances that may affect eligibility, including but not limited to potential changes in residency as identified by out-of-state electronic benefit transfer (EBT) transactions. The division in consultation with the department of transitional assistance shall develop a plan to facilitate, individuals receiving SNAP benefits if eligibility is confirmed by the information shared pursuant to this section
Section 83. The division shall sign a memorandum of understanding with any department, agency, or division for information detailed in this chapter.
Section 84.The division may contract with one or more independent vendors to provide additional data or information which may indicate a change in circumstances that may affect eligibility.
Section 85. The division shall explore joining any multi-state cooperative to identify individuals who are also enrolled in public assistance programs outside of this state, including the National Accuracy Clearinghouse.
Section 86. If the division receives information concerning an individual enrolled indicates a change in circumstances that may affect eligibility, the division shall review the individual’s case.
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