Delaware is poised to repeal the law that prohibits drug felons from receiving food-stamp benefits, joining 40 other states that have chosen to opt out of a federal law restricting them.
The House passed Senate Bill 12 by a 31-8 vote Tuesday, sending it to Gov. Jack Markell for his consideration. If Markell signs the bill, it would have an immediate impact on 674 convicted drug felons who would otherwise qualify for the program -- and on the 1,381 children who live with them.
While other members of the household can receive the benefits, the felon cannot.
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