Indiana Code 12-13-14-4. Recommendations of commission to division on implementation of statewide EBT program
(1) Implementing a fully functional and operating EBT program statewide.
Terms Used In Indiana Code 12-13-14-4
- commission: refers to the electronic benefits transfer commission established by this chapter. See Indiana Code 12-13-14-1
- EBT program: means an electronic benefits transfer program. See Indiana Code 12-13-14-1
- Electronic funds transfer: The transfer of money between accounts by consumer electronic systems-such as automated teller machines (ATMs) and electronic payment of bills-rather than by check or cash. (Wire transfers, checks, drafts, and paper instruments do not fall into this category.) Source: OCC
- retailer: means a person that, in the ordinary course of business:
Indiana Code 12-13-14-1
- Secretary: refers to the Secretary of the United States Department of Agriculture. See Indiana Code 12-13-14-1
(A) federal requirements under 7 U.S.C. § 2016(i); and
(B) federal regulations under 7 C.F.R. § part 272, 274, 276, 277, and 278.
(3) Whether to implement the National Automated Clearing House Association guidelines to the extent that the guidelines are not inconsistent with federal law.
(4) Whether to implement the federal electronic funds transfer rules.
(5) Whether the division should seek a waiver from the Secretary that would allow retailers to identify check-out lanes that are equipped to handle EBT transactions.
(6) Providing retailer and recipient training.
(7) Creating an EBT program in Indiana that is compatible with EBT programs in other states to the extent possible.
(8) Rules necessary to provide adequate financial safeguards and other protections for recipients.
(9) Any other issues concerning the establishment and operation of an EBT program.
As added by P.L.15-1996, SEC.2. Amended by P.L.257-1997(ss), SEC.12.