SB0205 - Tennessee: County Government, Immigrants, Municipal Government, State Employees, State Government, Welfare

Companion Bill HB0733. State Government - Requires all persons 18 or older to provide proof of lawful presence prior to receipt of certain public benefits; and requires state and local governments to verify such proof prior to issuing such benefits. - Amends TCA Title 4 and Title 39. Fiscal Summary for *SB0205 / HB0733Increase State Expenditures - $1,870,900 Recurring $140,000 One-Time Bill Summary for *SB0205 / HB0733 This bill requires each agency and political subdivision of the state to verify the lawful presence in the U.S. of each person 18 years of age and older who applies for state, local, or federal public benefits. Verification would not be required for: (1) Any purpose for which lawful presence in the United States is not required by law, ordinance or rule; (2) Obtaining health care items and services [...]

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