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H 5271·SC·house

Public Assistance and Citizenship Verification

In CommitteeFiled Feb 26, 2026
Sponsor: Long
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Referred to Committee on Ways and Means

Feb 26, 2026

Summary

The bill changes the state’s public aid law so the Department of Social Services must confirm an applicant’s citizenship and benefit eligibility before approving any assistance. It applies to anyone seeking aid under the chapter, and it ties the verification process to existing state and federal rules. The change is intended to ensure that only eligible citizens receive public benefits.

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