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MD HB774

MD HB774
Human Services – Universal Basic Income for Transition–Age Youth – Establishment


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Introduced
02/03/2022
In Committee
02/03/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/11/2022

Introduced Session

2022 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Establishing the Universal Basic Income for Transition-Age Youth Program in the Department of Human Services to provide for the economic security of individuals aging out of the out-of-home placement program; providing that payments made under the Program may not be considered income or resources for purposes of determining eligibility for certain benefits; and requiring the Department to report annually on the Program to the General Assembly.

AI Summary

This bill establishes the Universal Basic Income for Transition-Age Youth Program within the Department of Human Services. The program is designed to provide economic security for individuals aging out of the out-of-home placement program by providing them with $1,000 per month for a period of 3 years, starting on or after October 1, 2022. The payments made under this program will not be considered as income or resources for determining eligibility for certain benefits, such as the Maryland Medical Assistance Program, the Maryland Earned Income Tax Credit, and state and federal financial aid and college support programs. The Department is required to submit an annual report to the General Assembly with descriptive information and outcome measures of the program's recipients. The bill is effective for 5 years, from October 1, 2022, to October 1, 2027.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

House Appropriations Hearing (13:00 3/10/2022 ) (on 03/10/2022)

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