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AL SB303
Bill
Status
2/27/2014
Primary Sponsor
Linda Coleman-Madison
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AI Summary
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Persons convicted of a drug-related felony become eligible for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits upon completion of their sentence, pursuant to 21 U.S.C. §862a(d).
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Eligibility is also available to individuals satisfactorily serving a sentence or period of probation, including those who have completed mandatory participation in a drug treatment program.
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Applicants must meet all other standard eligibility requirements for TANF and SNAP to qualify for assistance.
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The act expires three years from its effective date.
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The act becomes effective on the first day of the third month following passage and approval by the Governor, or its otherwise becoming law.
Legislative Description
Food stamps and welfare, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), persons with felony drug conviction, federal law provisions making ineligible, provision for persons to be eligible under certain conditions
Criminal Law and Procedure
Last Action
Pending third reading on day 25 Favorable from State Government
3/13/2014