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MO HB1322

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2014

Primary Sponsor

Rory Ellinger

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Origin

House of Representatives

2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Permits individuals convicted of drug-related felonies to qualify for food stamp benefits under 21 U.S.C. Section 862a(d) if at least five years have passed since conviction

  • Requires completion or expiration of all probation or parole periods associated with the drug-related felony conviction

  • Mandates that applicants have satisfied all court-imposed obligations, including payment of court costs and fines related to the conviction

  • Prohibits eligibility for individuals who have been convicted of or pleaded nolo contendere to any additional felonies after the original drug-related conviction

  • Authorizes the Department of Social Services to promulgate rules for implementation and to verify applicant eligibility based on documentary or other satisfactory evidence

Legislative Description

Allows a person convicted of a drug-related felony to become eligible for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits upon meeting certain conditions

Last Action

Referred: General Laws(H)

1/16/2014

Committee Referrals

General Laws1/16/2014

Full Bill Text

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