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MS HB270
Bill
Status
2/5/2013
Primary Sponsor
Bennett Malone
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AI Summary
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Requires discontinuation of TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) benefits for families with compulsory-school-age children who fail to comply with Mississippi's compulsory school attendance law.
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Requires discontinuation of Mississippi Children's Health Care Program benefits for families with non-compliant compulsory-school-age children, with 90-day notice period before termination.
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Requires discontinuation of SNAP (Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program) benefits for families with compulsory-school-age children failing to meet attendance requirements, with 90-day notice and opportunity to cure.
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Benefits may be reinstated once the child reenrolls in school and maintains at least a cumulative letter grade D average for a full semester (or full summer school program).
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Effective July 1, 2013.
Legislative Description
Compulsory school attendance; discontinue public assistance and benefits of families failing to comply with.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/5/2013