Bill117th CongressFiled Feb 3, 2021Social Welfare
H.R. 756
To restrict certain Federal assistance benefits to individuals verified to be citizens of the United States.
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (Feb 3, 2021)
This bill restricts eligibility for certain federal assistance benefits to U.S. citizens or nationals. This restriction applies to all means-tested benefits, other than tax benefits, and to benefits authorized under the Social Security Act.
An individual must provide evidence of citizenship or nationality status and attest to that status when applying for these benefits.
What just happenedFeb 3, 2021
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
Who’s behind it
Rep. Grothman, Glenn [R-WI-6](R-WI)Sponsor
7 cosponsors7 R
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- Introduced in HouseFeb 3, 2021
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Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
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Introduced in House
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Introduced in House