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2011 SESSION
SB 1238 TANF; eligibility for assistance when convicted of drug-related felonies.
Introduced by: Patricia S. Ticer | all patrons ... notes | add to my profiles
SUMMARY AS INTRODUCED:
Eligibility for TANF; drug-related felonies. .Requires persons otherwise eligible to receive Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) benefits to not be denied benefits solely due to a previous conviction of a felony drug offense pursuant to § 18.2-250. The otherwise eligible person must comply with all obligations imposed by the criminal court and be actively engaged in or have completed a substance abuse treatment program. The bill mirrors the authorized federal exemption already granted for food stamp applicants.
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HISTORY
- 01/12/11 Senate: Prefiled and ordered printed; offered 01/12/11 11101007D
- 01/12/11 Senate: Referred to Committee on Rehabilitation and Social Services
- 01/18/11 Senate: Assigned Rehab sub: Social Services
- 01/21/11 Senate: Failed to report (defeated) in Rehabilitation and Social Services (7-Y 7-N)