Bill > SB00674

This bill proposes to amend existing state statutes to require individuals to provide proof of citizenship or lawful residency before receiving any taxpayer-funded benefits or social welfare services from the state. The legislation aims to ensure that only individuals who are legally authorized to be in the United States can access state-provided social welfare benefits and services. By mandating documentation that demonstrates a person's legal status, the bill seeks to restrict access to these benefits to those who have a legal right to receive them. While the bill does not specify the exact types of documentation that would be considered acceptable proof of citizenship or lawful residency, it establishes a broad requirement that would apply to various state-funded social welfare programs. The goal appears to be controlling access to public resources and ensuring that taxpayer-funded benefits are distributed only to those who are legally present in the state.

Health and Social Services

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