Amendment sought to delete section 607 which bars illegal aliens from receiving public assistance.

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Amendment Number
968
Description
Amendment sought to delete section 607 which bars illegal aliens from receiving public assistance.
Purpose
An amendment to strike provisions in the bill which bar U.S. citizens from receiving certain benefits through individuals that are undocumented immigrants, or legal permanent residents of less than seven years. The amendment restores current law which permits such individuals to file for benefits on behalf of eligible dependents.
Congress
104
Type
HAMDT
Latest Action Date
Mar 20, 1996
Latest Action Text
On agreeing to the Velazquez amendment (A008) Failed by recorded vote: 151 - 269 (Roll no. 74).
Latest Action Time
16:45:48
Submitted Date
Mar 20, 1996
Chamber
House of Representatives
Update Date
Aug 15, 2021
Amendment 968 — Informed