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Enrolled Bill Summary

Enrolled Bill Summary

Legislative Session: 75(R)

SENATE BILL 909  

SENATE AUTHOR: Zaffirini

EFFECTIVE: 09-01-97         

HOUSE SPONSOR: Maxey

Senate Bill 909 amends the Human Resources Code to require the Texas Department of Human Services to close an electronic benefits transfer account through which financial assistance under the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families has been provided if the account has not been used by the account holder for the preceding 12 months. The act requires the comptroller to withdraw any unused benefits remaining in such an account and to disburse the benefits as authorized by federal and state law.