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HB 4761

Relating to the summer electronic benefits transfer for children program.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Aicha Davis

HB 4761 establishes summer EBT food assistance for Texas children during school breaks to reduce summer food insecurity among low-income families.

Referred to Human Services
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Bill Summary · HB 4761

Legislative bill overview

HB 4761 establishes or modifies Texas's summer electronic benefits transfer (EBT) program for children, which provides food assistance during summer months when school meals are unavailable. The bill, sponsored by Representative Aicha Davis, was filed in March 2025 and is currently under review by the Human Services Committee.

Why is this important

Child food insecurity increases significantly during summer break when free or reduced-price school lunch programs end. This legislation addresses a documented gap in nutrition support that affects low-income families, potentially impacting children's health, academic readiness, and family financial stability.

Potential points of contention

  • Program funding and costs: Questions about state versus federal funding responsibility and total budget impact for expanding or maintaining summer EBT benefits
  • Eligibility criteria: Debate over income thresholds, documentation requirements, and which children qualify for summer assistance
  • Benefit amount and scope: Disagreement over monthly benefit levels, what foods are eligible for purchase, and whether the program adequately addresses food insecurity

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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