Indiana is now allowing certain felons to collect food stamps, as a a new law has taken effect that reverses a prior state law that banned people with drug convictions from receiving food stamp in the Hoosier State, known as "SNAP" benefits.

The Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program previously did not allow felons with drug convictions to receive benefits, but the change will now allow those who have either finished their sentences or are under probation or parole to receive the benefits, as long as they do not violate those terms.

Around 258,000 Indiana households receive food stamps, but there’s no solid number on how many people will be added to the rolls by the change.