SB 1186 - Engler, Kevin
Requires applicants to prove citizenship, permanent residence, or lawful presence in order to receive state or local public benefits
Bill Details
Sponsor
LR Number
5297S.01I
Title
SB 1186
House Handler
N/A
Journal Page
N/A
Effective Date
August 28, 2008
Current Status
Bill Combined w/(SCS/SBs 858, 750, 751, 927, 1186, 1255, 1268 & 1269)
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Amendments
No amendments available
CURRENT BILL SUMMARY
SB 1186 - Under federal law, unlawfully present aliens are not eligible for state or local public benefits with certain exceptions. This act reiterates federal law stating that such aliens are ineligible and the exceptions.
Applicants for benefits shall provide proof of citizenship, residency, or lawful presence in order to receive benefits. If applicants cannot provide such proof they can sign an affidavit attesting to their status and shall be eligible to receive temporary benefits until their status can be determined.
If an applicant is an alien, the applicant shall not receive benefits until lawful presence is verified by the federal government.
This act is similar to SB 1250 (2006), SB 348 (2007), SB 626 (2007), SB 751 (2008), and SB 858 (2008).
CHRIS HOGERTY