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MO SB613
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/6/2010
Primary Sponsor
Yvonne Wilson
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AI Summary
- Amends Missouri Code Chapter 208 by adding new section 208.247 relating to food stamp eligibility
- Exempts individuals convicted of felonies involving possession or use of controlled substances from the federal prohibition on food stamp benefits under 21 U.S.C. Section 862a(a)
- Applies to individuals who have pled guilty to or been found guilty under federal or state law of drug-related felonies
- Allows Missouri to exercise the state option granted under 21 U.S.C. Section 862a(d) to waive the federal drug felony conviction bar to food stamp program benefits
Legislative Description
Modifies the eligibility requirements for food stamp assistance
Last Action
Hearing Conducted S Progress and Development Committee
2/10/2010
Committee Referrals
Progress And Development1/13/2010
Full Bill Text
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