1. (1) TANF financial assistance benefits may not be accessed through an electronic benefit transfer, including through an automated teller machine or point-of-sale device, in an establishment in the state that:

   1. (i) exclusively or primarily sells intoxicating liquor,

      1. (ii) allows gambling or gaming, or
      2. (iii) provides adult-oriented entertainment where performers disrobe or perform unclothed.
2. (2) TANF financial assistance benefits may not be used to purchase beer, intoxicating beverages, cigarettes, or tobacco products.
3. (3) Unauthorized spending of TANF financial assistance benefits may constitute an Intentional Program Violation. See Section R986-100-117.

KEY: family employment program, SNAP

Date of Last Change: October 24, 2022

Notice of Continuation: August 14, 2025

Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: Title 35A, Chapter 3, Part 3; PRWORA Pub. L. No. 104-193