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CT SB00312

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/25/2021

Primary Sponsor

Robert Sampson

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Origin

Senate

2021 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Requires all applicants for public assistance programs to provide proof of U.S. citizenship before receiving benefits

  • Applies to medical assistance, housing assistance, and other public assistance programs

  • Amends Connecticut general statutes to add citizenship verification as an eligibility requirement

  • Stated purpose is to reduce fraud, waste, and misuse of state resources

Legislative Description

An Act Requiring Public Assistance Applicants To Provide Proof Of Citizenship.

Last Action

Referred to Joint Committee on Human Services

1/25/2021

Committee Referrals

Human Services1/25/2021

Full Bill Text

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