DHS-LINK CARD-PHOTO ID House SponsorsRep. John Cavaletto 1/10/2017HouseSession Sine Die 305 ILCS 5/12-4.4a new Amends the Illinois Public Aid Code. Provides that on and after January 1, 2017, electronic benefits transfer ("LINK") cards used to obtain SNAP benefits or cash shall contain the name and photo of the primary cardholder and, at the option of the primary cardholder, the names of secondary holders who are authorized to use the card. Establishes that an individual may use the LINK card only if the photo on the card matches the user or he or she presents a current and valid photo identification that confirms he or she is a secondary user listed on the card. Provides that on the effective date of the amendatory Act the Department of Human Services shall begin the process of transitioning to the use of LINK cards which contain the name and photo of the primary cardholder and list the names of all authorized users of the card. Requires the transition to be completed no later than January 1, 2017. Effective immediately. 1/27/2016HouseFiled with the Clerk by Rep. John Cavaletto 1/27/2016HouseFirst Reading 1/27/2016HouseReferred to Rules Committee 1/10/2017HouseSession Sine Die