Lone Star Imaging System
The Lone Star Imaging System (LSIS) is an automated process of obtaining, transmitting, and matching finger images for applicants and recipients of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) and Food Stamp benefits. The purpose of this system is to assist in the detection and deterrence of fraud during the Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) food stamp and TANF eligibility determination process. HHSCs mission in this procurement is to procure best quality and value finger imaging services for the HHSC food stamp and TANF eligibility determination process.
Lone Star Technology, part of Business Services within the HHSC Office of Family Services, manages and operates the Lone Star Imaging System. Currently clients apply for food stamp and TANF benefits through the Texas HHSC local offices in face-to-face meetings or in telephone interviews with agency staff. During this application process all household members ages 18 or older, TANF minor parents and food stamp minor heads of households are finger imaged.
LSIS prevents duplicate participation by comparing the electronic finger images that are on file in the LSIS database with the finger images of new applicants and detecting any finger imaging matches. Potential applicants for assistance are informed about finger imaging requirements prior to application. This helps deter people from attempting to receive duplicate benefits. Some household members may be exempt from finger imaging.
