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Introduced
01/08/2025
01/08/2025
In Committee
01/15/2026
01/15/2026
Crossed Over
01/15/2026
01/15/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill provides that municipalities may establish a residency requirement of up to 90 days for local assistance.
AI Summary
This bill allows municipalities to set a residency requirement of up to 90 days for individuals applying for local assistance, which refers to financial aid provided by towns and cities to residents who are poor and unable to support themselves. Previously, the law stated that assistance should be provided regardless of residence, but this bill amends that by allowing municipalities to establish written guidelines for general assistance, including a condition that applicants must have lived in the municipality for a certain period, not exceeding 90 days, before they can receive aid. Acceptable proof of residency could include documents like a lease, car registration, or utility bill.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (11)
Jennifer Rhodes (R)*,
Daryl Abbas (R),
Ross Berry (R),
Steve Bogert (R),
Bill Gannon (R),
Dan Innis (R),
Bob Lynn (R),
Donald McFarlane (R),
Jason Osborne (R),
Terry Roy (R),
Joe Sweeney (R),
Last Action
Election Law and Municipal Affairs Hearing (09:30:00 3/3/2026 Room 122-123, State House) (on 03/03/2026)
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