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Compact Impact Fairness Act of 2021
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Bill overview
This bill, the Compact Impact Fairness Act of 2021, aims to expand access to certain federal public benefits for citizens of Micronesia, the Marshall Islands, and Palau who are lawfully residing in the United States. Currently, these citizens are often ineligible for programs like Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) and face a five-year waiting period before receiving benefits. The legislation modifies existing law to ensure these citizens are eligible for specific benefits and removes the five-year restriction for those receiving Medicaid. It clarifies that the Compacts of Free Association between the U.S. and these nations should be considered when determining eligibility for public assistance.
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