Ops Memo 2012-49: TAFDC and EAEDC – Further Limitations on Use of Cash Benefits

Overview On July 27, 2012, a new state law was enacted which prohibits DTA cash
clients from using DTA direct cash assistance held on electronic benefit
transfer (EBT) cards to purchase:

• Alcoholic beverages;
• Firearms and ammunition;
• Gambling services;
• Jewelry;
• Lottery tickets;
• Pornographic material or performances;
• Tattoos or body piercings;
• Tobacco products;
• Vacation services; or
• Pay court-ordered fees, fines, bail or bail bonds.

The new law contains penalties for clients who knowingly violate this law.