MS SB2759

Requires all adults (18+) applying for state, local, or federal public benefits in Mississippi to verify U.S. citizenship or lawful residence through affidavit, with verification through the federal SAVE program for non-citizens

Mandates random drug testing for all public benefits recipients, with a one-year disqualification from benefits for those who test positive for unlawful drugs or refuse testing

Applies verification and drug testing requirements to Medicaid, TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families), unemployment benefits, and public housing assistance

Exempts emergency medical care, disaster relief, immunizations, communicable disease treatment, prenatal care, and certain community-level services from the citizenship verification requirement

Makes false statements on citizenship affidavits a misdemeanor offense and prohibits state agencies from providing benefits in violation of these requirements, effective July 1, 2011