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DE HB11

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

6/28/2017

Primary Sponsor

David Bentz

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Origin

House of Representatives

149th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Removes the federal prohibition on Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) eligibility for individuals convicted of drug felonies under state or federal law.

  • Allows individuals with drug felony convictions to receive TANF cash assistance if they are otherwise eligible, exercising Delaware's option under 21 U.S.C. § 862a(d)(1).

  • Applies to all felony convictions involving possession, use, or distribution of controlled substances, including federal marijuana possession charges.

  • Takes effect 30 days after enactment into law.

Legislative Description

An Act To Amend Title 31 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Eligibility For Public Assistance.

Last Action

Signed by Governor

6/28/2017

Committee Referrals

Health, Children & Social Services3/21/2017
Health & Human Development12/15/2016

Full Bill Text

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