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MN SF2384

MN SF2384
Commissioner of human services rescinding public assistance benefits due to vaccination status prohibition


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Introduced
03/02/2023
In Committee
03/02/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/20/2024

Introduced Session

93rd Legislature 2023-2024

Bill Summary

A bill for an act relating to human services; prohibiting the commissioner of human services from rescinding public assistance benefits due to vaccination status; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 256.01, by adding a subdivision.

AI Summary

This bill prohibits the Commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Human Services from rescinding public assistance benefits, such as food stamps or Medicaid, due to a person's vaccination status or the vaccination status of someone under their care, like a child or dependent. The bill amends the existing state law to add this new provision, which aims to prevent the government from taking away vital social services based on an individual's personal medical decisions regarding vaccination.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (5)

Last Action

Referred to Health and Human Services (on 03/02/2023)

Bill Topics

Health
  • ‐ Disease Prevention
Social Welfare
  • ‐ Poverty and Assistance for Low-Income Families

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