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MA H143
Relative to the utilization of the systematic alien verification for entitlements program by the Commonwealth
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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to eligibility for certain entitlement programs. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
AI Summary
This bill requires state agencies to verify the citizenship or lawful presence of applicants for certain public assistance programs, such as transitional assistance, housing, WIC, and MassHealth, before providing benefits. The bill directs these agencies to register for and use the Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements (SAVE) program established by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to confirm the eligibility of applicants under this requirement.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5088 (on 11/04/2020)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H143 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H143.pdf |
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