SB3047Introduced in the Senate
PUB AID-VA BENEFITS EXEMPTION
Introduced by Neil Anderson, District 47
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Amends the Administration Article of the Illinois Public Aid Code. Provides that the Department of Human Services and the Department of Healthcare and Family Services, whichever is applicable, shall not consider veterans' disability benefits as countable income when determining an individual's eligibility for medical assistance, child care assistance, and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits. Requires the Departments to apply for any federal waivers or approvals necessary to implement this income exemption.
Where it stands
Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
May 22, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.
Bill history
Filed with Secretary by Sen. Neil Anderson
First Reading
Referred to Assignments
Assigned to Appropriations
Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As April 24, 2026
Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 15, 2026
Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Chris Balkema
Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 22, 2026
Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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