HB 1626 -- Public Assistance for Illegal Immigrants

Sponsor:  Emery

This bill prohibits persons who are not citizens or permanent
residents of the United States or who do not possess lawful
immigration status from receiving state or local public
assistance unless it is mandated under federal law.  Documentary
evidence accepted by the Department of Revenue for obtaining a
driver's license will suffice as proof of citizenship, permanent
residency, or lawful immigration status when applying for
benefits.  Individuals can temporarily receive public assistance
for up to 90 days while obtaining the necessary documentation or
indefinitely if the applicant provides a copy of a completed
birth certificate application which is pending.

Missouri House of Representatives
94th General Assembly, 2nd Regular Session
Last Updated October 15, 2008 at 3:10 pm