Bill > HB458

This bill amends existing law to stipulate that local assistance, which refers to aid provided by towns to individuals who are poor and unable to support themselves, shall only be available to United States citizens or legal permanent residents. Previously, the law did not explicitly limit eligibility based on citizenship or legal residency status, and the term "residence" was defined elsewhere in the statutes. The bill takes effect 60 days after its passage and is expected to potentially decrease local government welfare costs by making fewer individuals eligible for assistance.

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https://gc.nh.gov/bill_Status/billinfo.aspx?id=887&inflect=2