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To: EDINVA
You can’t buy alcoholic or tobacco products with an EBT card

There is a 2012 federal prohibition on EBT use (TANF) in "liquor stores", but none AFAIK, on purchasing beer or wine in a supermarket like we have in my state. And cash can always be withdrawn and spent however. SNAP funds can not be used on any of the above and can not be withdrawn as cash.

99 posted on 12/07/2016 2:11:11 PM PST by steve86 (Prophecies of Maelmhaedhoc O'Morgair (Latin form: Malachy))
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To: EDINVA; steve86
Looks like my state (WA) has added restrictions since I last looked.

Purchase of:

Alcohol, Tobacco, Gambling, Lottery Tickets, Adult Venues

all banned.

1st violation, fine up to $25; 2nd violation fine $50; The department shall notify, in writing, all recipients of electronic benefit cards that any violation could result in legal proceedings and forfeiture of all cash public assistance.

100 posted on 12/07/2016 2:18:11 PM PST by steve86 (Prophecies of Maelmhaedhoc O'Morgair (Latin form: Malachy))
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