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PA SB155

Bill

Status

Engrossed

1/29/2025

Primary Sponsor

David Argall

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services to conduct monthly cross-checks of death certificates from the Bureau of Vital Statistics against recipients of Medical Assistance and SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits

  • Amends Section 403 of the Human Services Code (Act of June 13, 1967) by adding a new subsection (h) establishing this verification requirement

  • Takes effect 60 days after enactment

  • Aims to prevent continued benefit payments to deceased individuals by establishing a systematic death record verification process

Legislative Description

In public assistance, further providing for uniformity in administration of assistance and regulations as to assistance.

Last Action

Referred to Human Services

1/29/2025

Committee Referrals

Human Services1/29/2025
Appropriations1/28/2025
Health & Human Services1/23/2025

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