Sec. 8. (a) As used in this section, "division" refers to the division of family resources established by IC 12-13-1-1.
(b) As used in this section, "EBT program" refers to an electronic benefits transfer program.
(c) Notwithstanding section 3 of this chapter, the division may enter into a contract for supplies and services to implement an EBT program for an initial period not to exceed five (5) years. The division may renew the contract for any number of successive periods not to exceed two (2) years each.