H5271Introduced in the House
Public Assistance and Citizenship Verification
Introduced by Steven Long, District 37
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Amending Section 43-5-15, Relating To Applications For Public Aid And Assistance, So As To Require The Department Of Social Services To Verify Applicants' Citizenship Status And Eligibility To Receive The Requested Benefits.
Where it stands
Referred to Committee on Ways and Means
February 26, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.
Bill history
Introduced and read first time
Referred to Committee on Ways and Means
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