Public Assistance
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill proposes an amendment to South Carolina’s code of laws to exempt individuals convicted of specific drug-related crimes from federal restrictions on receiving public assistance. Specifically, it opts out of a federal law (21 U.S.C. Section 862a) that could make these convicted individuals ineligible for programs like SNAP and FIP. The state intends to allow these individuals to still qualify for public assistance benefits.
Key provisions
- Exempts individuals convicted of certain drug-related offenses from federal eligibility restrictions.
- Opt-outs of 21 U.S.C. Section 862a.
- Applies to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Family Independence Program (FIP).
- Allows individuals domiciled in South Carolina to receive public assistance.
Who is affected
- Individuals convicted of drug-related crimes
- Applicants for SNAP benefits
- Applicants for FIP benefits
- South Carolina residents
- Federal government (due to opting out of a federal law)
Notable changes
- Changes South Carolina’s approach to federal drug-related public assistance restrictions.
- Creates an exception to existing federal guidelines.
- Potentially expands access to public assistance for a specific group of individuals.
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