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Restricting Federal Benefits to Verified US Citizens Only

This bill aims to restrict access to certain federal assistance benefits exclusively to United States citizens. This means that to receive support, individuals will need to prove their citizenship, potentially affecting access to aid for current non-citizen beneficiaries.
Key points
Citizenship Requirement: Federal benefits will only be available to US citizens.
Citizenship Verification: Applicants must submit a written declaration and provide documentary evidence of citizenship, including photo ID and Social Security number.
Data Confirmation: Citizenship information will be verified with the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security records.
Appeal Process: Individuals denied benefits due to unconfirmed citizenship will have the right to appeal the decision.
Entity Disqualification: Organizations that willfully and repeatedly provide benefits to ineligible individuals may be disqualified from federal programs.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_756
Sponsor: Rep. Grothman, Glenn [R-WI-6]
Process start date: 2021-02-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To restrict certain Federal assistance benefits to individuals verified to be citizens of the United States.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_756.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Citizenship Requirement: Federal benefits will only be available to US citizens.
  • Citizenship Verification: Applicants must submit a written declaration and provide documentary evidence of citizenship, including photo ID and Social Security number.
  • Data Confirmation: Citizenship information will be verified with the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security records.
  • Appeal Process: Individuals denied benefits due to unconfirmed citizenship will have the right to appeal the decision.
  • Entity Disqualification: Organizations that willfully and repeatedly provide benefits to ineligible individuals may be disqualified from federal programs.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Grothman, Glenn [R-WI-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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Benefits Migration