Public assistance programs; requiring the Department of Human Services to opt into and administer Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer program. Effective date.

SB 194 requires Oklahoma's Department of Human Services to join and administer the federal Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (Summer EBT) program starting with the 2026 program year. This program provides supplemental benefits to low-income families with children who qualify for SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) during summer months when schools are closed, helping cover food costs. The bill mandates the Department to submit all necessary federal documentation and meet requirements to participate, effective November 1, 2025. It directly affects eligible Oklahoma families with children who receive SNAP benefits, ensuring access to summer food support through a state-administered electronic benefit system.