Human services: food assistance; documentation requirements for certain assistance programs; provide for. Amends 1939 PA 280 (MCL 400.1 - 400.119b) by adding sec. 10h.
REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON HOUSING AND HUMAN SERVICES
Summary
The bill adds a new Section 10h to Michigan’s Social Welfare Act, mandating that anyone applying for public assistance must provide verifiable proof of identity, income, and Michigan residency. Self‑attestation is no longer allowed; the Department of Health and Human Services must collect specific documents or use other data sources before denying benefits. The change also updates the MI Bridges online portal to require document uploads during the eligibility process.
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