Sec. 15. (a) As used in this section, “EBT card” has the meaning set forth in 470 IAC 6-0.5-1.

     (b) The replacement process established under this section applies until federal rules are adopted establishing a replacement EBT card process that supersedes or nullifies the process established by the division.

     (c) The division shall establish a process for a recipient to follow in order to receive a replacement EBT card. The process must include contact with the division for replacement if the individual requesting replacement of the EBT card has previously requested a replacement EBT card at least four (4) times in the preceding twelve (12) month period.

     (d) The division may hold replacement of an EBT card if the recipient seeking replacement of the EBT card does not follow the procedure established by the division under subsection (b).

As added by P.L.197-2013, SEC.8.